What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.
First aid to help prevent skin infections, minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.
Clean the affected area. apply a small amount to the area 1 to 3 times daily; may be covered with a sterile bandage; let dry first.
For external use only. Flammable: Keep away from sparks, heat, or flame Ask a doctor before use If you have deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns. When using this product Do not use in the eyes or apply over large areas of the body. Do not use longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor. Stop use and ask a doctor If the conditions persist or get worse.
Keep out of reach of children.
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.
Products with Iodine as potassium iodide as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.
Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.
Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.
First aid to help prevent skin infections, minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)
Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Clean the affected area. apply a small amount to the area 1 to 3 times daily; may be covered with a sterile bandage; let dry first.…
In many countries Iodine as potassium iodide is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.
Iodine as potassium iodide is sold under names such as Thyrosafe, Iosat, Lactocal, Vitafol-one, Sski Brand Of Potassium Iodide, Thyroshield, Ioddo Iodine. Brand names differ between countries.
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.
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.