NDAORALSOLUTION
Approved
Feb 1982
Lifecycle
LOE Approaching
Competitive Pressure
30/100
Data completeness
1/8 — Limited
Drug data last refreshed 10h ago · AI intelligence enriched 1w ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
Potassium iodide is an oral solution containing iodide salt used primarily for thyroid protection and iodine supplementation in clinical settings. It works by saturating the thyroid gland with stable iodine, blocking the uptake of radioactive iodine in nuclear emergencies or medical procedures. The drug addresses critical public health and clinical needs in radiation protection and thyroid disorders.
LOE Approaching
As a legacy product approaching loss of exclusivity with moderate competitive pressure (30), the brand team is likely focused on defensive positioning and cost management rather than growth expansion.
Mechanism of Action
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Indications
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Career Relevance
Working on potassium iodide offers limited growth visibility but valuable experience in legacy product management, generic competition mitigation, and supply chain resilience in critical-use medications. This role suits professionals seeking stability over expansion and expertise in mature pharmaceutical operations.
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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