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Iodine
INFORMATION ABOUT IODINE
Iodine Uses
Iodine is used to prevent infections.
How Iodine works
Not known.
Common side effects of Iodine
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Joint pain, Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways), Conjunctivitis, Runny nose, Enlarged salivary gland, Headache, Iodine toxicity, Rash, Salivation, Sneezing, Hives, Vasculitis
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25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)
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