SODIUM IODIDE LR
Iodine compounds play an important role in the medical field. Because of their antimicrobial properties, these compounds are effective antiseptics. Thus, they are commonly used by medical professionals as a skin preparation agent to reduce the incidence of infection after surgery.
Sodium iodide is an iodide salt that is formed into an injectable medicine. Sodium iodide is used to treat or prevent iodine deficiency caused by poor nutrition or poor absorption by the body. Sodium iodide may also be used to treat a thyroid disorder.
The body needs iodine for normal growth and health. For patients who are unable to get enough iodine in their regular diet or who have a need for more iodine, sodium iodide may be necessary. Iodine is needed so that your thyroid gland can function properly.
