NOW Foods Potassium Iodide 30mg Short-Term Use 60 Tablets

NOW® Potassium Iodide is a high-potency potassium iodide tablet providing 30 mg per tablet, intended strictly for short-term use as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Unlike the small nutritional amounts of iodine in a multivitamin, this is a concentrated dose meant for specific, practitioner-guided situations rather than everyday supplementation. It is Non-GMO Project Verified, Kosher and vegan. Please read and follow the label and your practitioner's directions carefully before use.*

About the key ingredients

• Potassium Iodide – 90 mg (per 3-tablet serving; 30 mg per tablet): A concentrated, pharmaceutical-grade potassium iodide intended for single-day, short-term use only as directed by a healthcare practitioner — not for routine daily supplementation. Learn more about Iodine from the NIH.
• Other ingredients: NOW® uses simple, functional excipients — a plant-based hypromellose (cellulose) capsule or light tablet coating plus flow agents such as stearic acid and silicon dioxide — with no unnecessary fillers, artificial colors or preservatives.

Who it's for

This product is intended only for adults and adolescents who have been directed to use a high-potency potassium iodide by a healthcare practitioner for short-term use.* It is not an everyday iodine supplement and is not intended for general nutritional use; those simply wanting dietary iodine should choose a low-dose iodine or a multivitamin instead.* It is best kept on hand and used strictly according to professional guidance and the product label.*

Suggested use

As directed by a healthcare practitioner for single day short-term use only: Adults and adolescents, take 3 tablets. Not for use by children 12 and under unless recommended by a healthcare practitioner. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

Quality & certifications

• Family Owned Since 1968
• GMP Quality Assured
• Made in the USA
• Kosher
• Non-GMO Project Verified
• Vegan
• Halal

Frequently asked questions

Is this an everyday iodine supplement?
No. This is a high-potency (30 mg per tablet) potassium iodide intended for single-day, short-term use only, as directed by a healthcare practitioner. For routine dietary iodine, a low-dose iodine or a multivitamin with iodine is more appropriate.*

Who should take it, and how?
It should only be taken as directed by a healthcare practitioner. The label directs adults and adolescents to take 3 tablets for single-day short-term use; it is not for children 12 and under unless recommended by a practitioner. Do not exceed the suggested usage.*

When should I avoid it?
Do not use it if you have an iodine sensitivity or a thyroid condition, or if you take anti-hypertension or anti-thyroid medications. Discontinue and seek care if you develop swollen salivary glands, stomach upset or a skin rash, and always consult your practitioner first.*

Cautions & interactions

Potassium iodide in this concentrated form should only be taken as directed by a healthcare practitioner and for short-term use only. Do NOT use it if you have an iodine sensitivity, a thyroid condition, or if you are taking anti-hypertension or anti-thyroid medications. Advise your practitioner if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have a medical condition. Do not exceed the suggested usage, and discontinue use if you develop swollen salivary glands, stomach upset or a skin rash. Keep out of reach of children.

Allergen information: Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Caution: Potassium Iodide in the form contained in this product should only be taken as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Advise your healthcare practitioner if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or if you have a medical condition. Do not exceed suggested usage. For short-term use only. Discontinue use if you develop swollen salivary glands, stomach upset, or skin rash. Do not use if you have an iodine sensitivity, a thyroid condition, or if you are taking anti-hypertension or anti-thyroid medications. Keep out of reach of children.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.