Iodine
Mechanism :
It is required for thyroid hormone synthesis; component of thyroid hormones (T3 & T4)
Indication :
- Used as a trace element in iodine deficient states
Contraindications :
- Iodine surplus states or hyperthyroid states
- Hypersensitivty to drug and its components
Dosing :
1-8 years of age: 90 mcg/day
8-13 years of age: 120 mcg/day
13-18 years of age: 150 mcg/day
Adverse Effect :
Metallic taste, Fever, Arthralgia Diarrhea, Angioedema, Urticaria
Eosinophilia, Headache, Pulmonary edema, Thyroid suppression, acne
Interaction :
Monitor patients closely on omadacycline and sarecycline
Hepatic Dose :
No specific dose adjustment required