How much does Strong Iodine Solution cost?

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Does Strong Iodine Solution need prior authorization?

Strong Iodine Solution appears on 1 payer formulary in our database. PA requirements vary by payer — see the prior-authorization table on this page for specifics. In general, specialty and brand-name drugs are more likely to require PA than generic equivalents.

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What is Strong Iodine Solution used to treat?

Strong Iodine Solution (generic: Lugols Solution Strong Iodine Solution) is indicated for Goiter. Click any condition name on this page for more detail.

Does Strong Iodine Solution have a generic version?

The generic name for Strong Iodine Solution is Lugols Solution Strong Iodine Solution. Whether a generic is currently available depends on patent status — check the FDA Orange Book or ask your pharmacist. Generics are often substantially cheaper than brand-name drugs.

Strong Iodine Solution

Generic: Lugols Solution Strong Iodine Solution

Verified·Apr 23, 2026

NDC: 48433-230
ICD-10 indication: E05.9

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About Strong Iodine Solution

What is this medication? Strong Iodine Solution, which is frequently referred to as Lugols solution, is a medication that combines elemental iodine with potassium iodide. It is primarily used by healthcare providers to treat hyperthyroidism and to prepare the thyroid gland for surgical removal. When taken before a thyroidectomy, it helps decrease the vascularity and size of the gland, which makes the procedure safer and reduces the risk of excessive bleeding. It achieves this by temporarily slowing down the release of thyroid hormones into the body.

This solution is also utilized as a protective agent during radiation emergencies involving the release of radioactive iodine. By filling the thyroid gland with stable iodine, the medication prevents the organ from absorbing harmful radioactive particles. It is also sometimes used as a topical antiseptic or as a diagnostic tool in certain medical exams. Because it is highly concentrated, it must be diluted and used only under strict medical supervision to prevent complications such as iodine toxicity or stomach irritation.

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Prescribing information

From the FDA-approved label for Strong Iodine Solution. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Jan 8, 2025

Indications and usage

INDICATIONS Strong Iodine Solution, containing 5 percent of iodine and 10 percent of potassium iodide, is employed in the prophylaxis of simple and colloid goiters and in the treatment of exophthalmic goiter. It can be used alone as a preoperative preparation but is now most commonly used concomitantly with propylthiouracil and other antithyroid drugs. When used with these drugs, Strong Iodine Solution produces involution of the hyperplastic gland thus making a less triable and vascular gland for thyroidectomy. In addition, it has an additive antithyroid action that helps make the patient enthyroid faster than if the antithyroid drugs were used alone.

Dosage and administration

DOSAGE Strong Iodine Solution is for oral use only. The usual dosage of Strong Iodine Solution is 2 to 6 drops (0.1 to 0.3 ml) three times daily taken in water after meals for two or three weeks prior to operation. In thyroid crisis the dosage is 1 ml three times a day.

Contraindications

CONTRAINDICATIONS The use of iodides may be contraindicated in patients with tuberculosis because it is believed they may cause a breakdown of healing lesions. The use of iodides is contraindicated in patients with iododerma, laryngeal edema, and swelling of salivary glands or increased salivation upon previous exposure to iodides. Strong Iodine Solution is ineffective in the treatment of postoperative thyroid crisis.

Warnings

WARNINGS Prolonged therapy may cause iodism. USE IN PREGNANCY: The drug readily crosses the placental barrier and may affect the fetus if used during pregnancy.

Adverse reactions

ADVERSE REACTIONS Ingestion of large quantities of Strong Iodine Solution may cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Average doses may cause skin rash.

Label text is reproduced as-is from the FDA-approved label. We do not paraphrase, summarize, or omit. Content above is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your prescribing clinician or pharmacist before making decisions about your medication.

Conditions we've indexed resources for

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Goiter

Prior authorization & coverage

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