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Eskalith-CR and Potassium Iodide Tablets

Determining the interaction of Eskalith-CR and Potassium Iodide Tablets and the possibility of their joint administration.

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Eskalith-CR <> Potassium Iodide Tablets

Relevance: 09.11.2023 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Consumer:

Using lithium together with potassium iodide may decrease your thyroid levels in your body. Contact your doctor if you experience dry skin, weight gain, cold intolerance, weakness, muscle cramps or stiffness, slow pulse, or constipation. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Professional:

MONITOR: Lithium has been reported to cause hypothyroidism in some patients, and this effect may be increased with concurrent use of oral iodine and iodide salts.

MANAGEMENT: Patients receiving iodides should be monitored for symptoms of hypothyroidism such as dry skin, weight gain, cold intolerance, weakness, muscle cramps or stiffness, slow pulse, or constipation.

References

Luby ED, Schwartz D, Rosenbaum H "Lithium-carbonate-induced myxedema." JAMA 218 (1971): 1298-9
Wiener JD "Lithium carbonate-induced myxedema." JAMA 220 (1972): 587
Shopsin B, Shenkman L, Blum M, Hollander CS "Iodine and lithium-induced hypothyroidism. Documentation of synergism." Am J Med 55 (1973): 695-9
Jorgensen JV, Brandrup F, Schroll M "Possible synergism between iodine and lithium carbonate." JAMA 223 (1973): 192-3

Eskalith-CR

Generic Name: lithium

Brand name: Eskalith, Lithobid, Lithonate, Lithotabs, Eskalith-CR

Synonyms: Eskalith-CR (Oral)

What is Eskalith-CR?

Potassium Iodide Tablets

Generic Name: potassium iodide

Brand name: IOSAT, ThyroSafe, ThyroShield, Pima, SSKI

Synonyms: Potassium iodide, Potassium Iodide

What is Potassium Iodide Tablets?

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In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.

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