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Sodium iodide

For temporary relief of discomfort associated with lymphatic swelling and edema. Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medica.

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Sold without prescription in some countries Oral

How to use Sodium iodide

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

For temporary relief of discomfort associated with lymphatic swelling and edema. Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated.

How to take it and how often
  • Adults and children over 12 years of age: Take 20 drops in water 3 times daily
  • Consult a physician for use in children under 12 years of age
  • Do not use for children under 1 year of age
Talk to a doctor first if
  • Chronically enlarged lymph nodes can be the sign of different diseases
  • Therefore, consult a doctor in order to clarify the underlying disease before using this medicine
  • Also consult a doctor promptly in case of acute signs of inflammation (redness, heat, swelling, pain and dysfunction) and fever or enlargement of the lymph nodes during treatment
Warnings

For oral use only. Chronically enlarged lymph nodes can be the sign of different diseases. Therefore, consult a doctor in order to clarify the underlying disease before using this medicine. Also consult a doctor promptly in case of acute signs of inflammation (redness, heat, swelling, pain and dysfunction) and fever or enlargement of the lymph nodes during treatment. Do not use if you are allergic to Rhus toxicodendron or other plants from the cashew family Stop use and ask a doctor if you suffer from thyroid disease or symptoms persist for more than 7 days, worsen or new symptoms occur. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. …

Possible side effects

You suffer from thyroid disease or symptoms persist for more than 7 days, worsen or new symptoms occur.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

How to store it

Store at 68 to 77 °F. Tamper Evident: Do not use if tamper evident strip is broken or missing from base of bottle cap. To report serious adverse events, call 1-855-387-6466. Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2022-12-20.

Brands around the world

Products with Sodium iodide as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Iodine Tincture MildIODINE 20 mg/mL, SODIUM IODIDE 20.4 mg/mL, ALCOHOL 470 mg/mL · Liquid · Humco Holding Group, Inc.
NDC 0395-1213Label
Sodium Iodide I-131SODIUM IODIDE I-131 10 Ci/mL · Solution, Concentrate · Narodowe Centrum Badan Jadrowych
NDC 72063-101Label
Quality Choice Iodine Tincture MildIODINE 20 mg/mL, SODIUM IODIDE 20.4 mg/mL, ALCOHOL 470 mg/mL · Liquid · Chain Drug Market Association
NDC 63868-330Label
Sodium Iodide I-131 SolutionIODINE I-131 9.8 Ci/mL · Solution · University Of Missouri System
NDC 72405-003Label
Gnp Idoinde Tincture 2% MildIODINE 20 mg/mL, SODIUM IODIDE 20.4 mg/mL, ALCOHOL 470 mg/mL · Liquid · Amerisource Bergen
NDC 24385-213Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACVistulent Eye Drop Potassium Iodide, Sodium Iodide 04-7783

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

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Questions about Sodium iodide

What is Sodium iodide used for?

For temporary relief of discomfort associated with lymphatic swelling and edema. Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Sodium iodide?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Adults and children over 12 years of age: Take 20 drops in water 3 times daily. Consult a physician for use in children under 12 years of age. Do not use for children under 1 year of age.…

Do I need a prescription for Sodium iodide?

In many countries Sodium iodide is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Sodium iodide?

Sodium iodide is sold under names such as Iodopen, Hevert Detox Lymph. Brand names differ between countries.

What are the side effects of Sodium iodide?

The official label lists: you suffer from thyroid disease or symptoms persist for more than 7 days, worsen or new symptoms occur. Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

Can children take Sodium iodide?

The label gives a separate dose by age: children over 12 years. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.

Can I take Sodium iodide when pregnant or breastfeeding?

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Ask your doctor or midwife first.

How should I store Sodium iodide?

Store at 68 to 77 °F. Tamper Evident: Do not use if tamper evident strip is broken or missing from base of bottle cap. To report serious adverse events, call 1-855-387-6466.

How can I check that my Sodium iodide is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

Sources

This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.