Strong iodine - EYE-oh-dine is using to treat overactive thyroid, iodine deficiency and to protect the thyroid gland from the effects of radiation from radioactive forms of iodine. It may be using before and after administration of a radioactive drug containing radioactive iodine or after accidental exposure to radiation - for example, from nuclear power plant accidents. It may also be using for other conditions as determined by your family doctor.
Strong iodine is available only with your family doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form:
Another commonly using name in the USA and Canada is Lugol's solution .