Saturated Solution of Potassium Iodide (SSKI)

Paul G. Auwaerter, M.D., Kathryn Dzintars, Pharm.D., BCPS

INDICATIONS

FDA

  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Post-radiation-exposure to prevent radiation-induced thyroid neoplasm.

NON-FDA APPROVED USES

  • Lymphocutaneous and cutaneous sporotrichosis
  • Treatment of other subcutaneous tissue fungal infections (zygomycoses, conidiobolomycosis)
  • It may help with the expectoration of tenacious mucous in pulmonary disorders.

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Last updated: July 16, 2023