Prophylaxis by Administration of Stable Iodine: Principle, Evolution and Recommendations

Maamar Souidi*; Marc Benderitter; Francois Caire-Maurisier

doi:10.37871/jbres1996

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Prophylaxis by Administration of Stable Iodine: Principle, Evolution and Recommendations

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Maamar Souidi*, Marc Benderitter and Francois Caire-Maurisier

Issue: Volume5-Issue9

Pages: 1109-1110

Received: 2024-09-03

Accepted: 2024-09-08

Published: 2024-09-11

Abstract

Prophylaxis by stable iodine â€œKI 65 mg, breakable tabletâ€ is a pharmacological countermeasure of radiological protection adapted for the prevention of thyroid cancer after exposure to radioactive iodine. A first modification of the marketing authorization of â€œKI 65 mg, breakable tabletâ€ for repeated prophylaxis for adults and children above 12 years old was obtained in France in 2020. At this point in time, the recommendation of a unique â€œKIâ€ intake by pregnant and breastfeeding women and children below 12 years old remain valid.

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Souidi M, Benderitter M, Caire-Maurisier F. Prophylaxis by Administration of Stable Iodine: Principle, Evolution and Recommendations. J Biomed Res Environ Sci. 2024 Sept 11; 5(9): 1109-1110. doi: 10.37871/jbres1996, Article ID: JBRES1996, Available at: https://www.jelsciences.com/articles/jbres1996.pdf

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