Iodine and potassium iodide (strong iodine) and Isovue-M-200

• Generic Name: iodine / potassium iodide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Kaon

Strong iodine is used 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 used before and after administration of a radioactive medicine containing radioactive iodine or after accidental exposure to radiation (for example, from nuclear power plant accidents). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Strong iodine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: iopamidol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Isovue-200, Isovue-250, Isovue-300, Isovue-370, Isovue-M-200, Isovue-M-300, Isovue-128, Iopamidol-370

Isovue-M-200 is a radiopaque (RAY dee oh payk) contrast agent. This medicine contains iodine, a substance that absorbs x-rays. Radiopaque contrast agents are used to allow blood vessels, organs, and other non-bony tissues to be seen more clearly on a CT scan or other radiologic (x-ray) examination.

Isovue-M-200 is used to help diagnose certain disorders of the heart, brain, blood vessels, and nervous system.

Isovue-M-200 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.