Potassium iodide is a salt of halide origin. This compound has a very influential role in veterinary medicine. Potassium Iodide for dogs is a potent antifungal agent. Most of the vets use it in the management of sporotrichosis, conidiobolomycosis, etc. Thykn Pharma Outsourcing supplies potassium iodide in India as well as across the globe.

COMMON USES OF POTASSIUM IODIDE:

In animals, potassium iodide is used widely in the management of fungal infections. Sporotrichosis infection in dogs and cats requires potassium iodide as a treating agent. Horses and cattle also respond to this drug when they are infected with sporotrichosis as well as conidiobolomycosis and actinobacillosis (woody tongue).

STORAGE OF POTASSIUM IODIDE:

A tight container should be used for the storage of this compound. The optimum temperature for its storage is below 40℃. Excursions can be made between 15-30℃.


Description

An inorganic compound with a halogen in it is always a compound of reputation. Potassium iodide is one such compound. This compound has been in use for a long time in human as well as animal medicine. This compound has a widespread applications as an antifungal in veterinary medicine to get rid off sporotrichosis like fungal infections.

BASIC INFO.:

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  • CAS number: 7681-11-0
  • Name: Potassium Iodide.
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  • Specifications: Used to treat fungal infections (sporotrichosis, conidiobolomycosis, etc.).
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Treatment and Function: Potassium Iodide is used against fungal infections in dogs, cattle, horses, and cats.
  • Physical Form: White Solid.
  • Medicine Type: Veterinary and Human Drug.
  • Ingredients: Potassium Iodide API
  • Recommended for: Dogs, Horses, Cattle, and Cats. 
  • Storage: Store in a tightly closed container at temperatures below 40℃. 

USES:

Potassium iodide is used in animal medicine for a totally different function when compared to human medicine. In veterinary, it is used to treat fungal infections such as Sporotrichosis, Conidiobolomycosis, and Actinobacillosis.

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION:

The chemical composition of potassium iodide is very simple for it is a simple blend of potassium and iodine. When potassium hydroxide reacts with hydroiodic acid, potassium iodide is formed. Its chemical formula is KI.

PRODUCT APPLICATION:

Whether it is sporotrichosis, conidiobolomycosis, or other fungal infection, iodides are very effective in dealing with them. Despite its usage for the treatment of fungal infections, the exact mechanism by which it gets rid of the fungus is unknown. Its frequent use in veterinary medicine makes it an excellent pharmaceutical product.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:

  • Melting Point – 681℃
  • Density – 3.13g/cm3
  • Form – Solid.
  • HS Code – 28276010
  • Color – White.
  • Molecular Weight – 166.002g/mol
  • Solubility – Soluble in Water.