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Active pharmaceutical ingredient

Iodine

Iodine is a vital active pharmaceutical ingredient widely recognized for its antiseptic and disinfectant properties, making it an essential component in various compounded formulations.

Compounded to order
Prescription required
Warwick, Rhode Island

About this ingredient

Iodine is a vital trace element extensively utilized in compounded formulations due to its significant antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. It plays a crucial role in the synthesis of thyroid hormones, which are essential for regulating metabolism, growth, and development. In medical applications, iodine is often employed for its ability to effectively eliminate bacteria, viruses, and fungi, making it a popular choice in topical antiseptics and disinfectants.

Its efficacy in preventing infections and promoting wound healing is well-documented, making it a valuable component in various dermatological and surgical preparations. Iodine's versatility extends to its use in radiology as a contrast agent, enhancing the visibility of structures in imaging procedures. Additionally, iodine is incorporated into formulations aimed at addressing iodine deficiency, which can lead to conditions such as goiter and hypothyroidism.

In the context of compounding pharmacies, iodine's stability and compatibility with other ingredients make it an ideal candidate for customized formulations tailored to specific patient needs. Its inclusion in compounded medications allows for precise dosing and targeted therapeutic effects, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. As a widely recognized and trusted active pharmaceutical ingredient, iodine continues to be a cornerstone in the development of effective and safe compounded therapies.

Available formulations

Compounded formulations containing this ingredient

Each of these is compounded to order at our Warwick, Rhode Island pharmacy and requires a prescription.

We do not have a patient page for this ingredient yet. That does not mean we cannot make it. Bayview compounds this ingredient to a prescriber's order, and our full compounding formulary lists every preparation we make. Viewing the formulary requires a prescriber account.

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Compounding formulary

Formulas we compound with this ingredient

A sample of preparations from our formulary. Strengths and dose forms are customised to the prescription.

Common questions

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Related active ingredients

Other salt forms of this molecule, and ingredients commonly compounded alongside it.

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Important information

This page describes an active pharmaceutical ingredient, not a finished drug product. Bayview Pharmacy compounds preparations containing it only on a prescriber's order for an individual patient.

Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved, and the FDA has not evaluated them for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality. Nothing on this page is a claim that any preparation is effective for any condition.

A valid prescription is required. Availability depends on Bayview's licensure in your state. This page is general information, not medical advice — discuss your situation with a licensed healthcare provider.

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Our pharmacists work with prescribers to build preparations around a patient's dose, form and tolerances. Ask us what is possible with this ingredient.