Iodine & Rhodiola Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Iodine & Rhodiola against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Iodine & Rhodiola is a dietary supplement by Dr. Wong's Essentials with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for fatigue and low energy, stress and coping (adaptogen), mental performance and focus.Based on those ingredients, 1,276 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Rhodiola rosea extract, Iodine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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What’s inside
Low disclosure
This 3-ingredient capsule contains iodine, rhodiola rosea extract, and serratiopeptidase, along with gelatin, magnesium stearate, cellulose, and silica as inactive ingredients. Iodine is a mineral essential for thyroid and metabolism support, while rhodiola rosea is an herb traditionally used to help manage stress and fatigue.
Serratiopeptidase is an enzyme whose role in this blend we can't determine from the product facts available.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Iodine is likely effective for iodine deficiency and protecting against radiation exposure. It's possibly effective for oral mucositis (mouth sores) and periodontitis (gum disease), though the evidence for those uses is limited.
Rhodiola's effectiveness is not well established in the data we hold — studies haven't found reliable evidence to rate it for the conditions typically claimed, such as anxiety, athletic performance, or altitude sickness.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Iodine is well tolerated when taken in normal amounts, but high doses can harm thyroid function. The most common side effects are mild — nausea, diarrhea, headache, and a metallic taste — though rare allergic reactions are possible.
Rhodiola seems generally well tolerated for short-term use, with the main side effects being dizziness and changes in saliva production; long-term safety isn't well studied. The safety data advises against rhodiola during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
For iodine in pregnancy, adequate amounts matter for the baby, but use only what your doctor recommends and avoid high-dose products; in breastfeeding, excess iodine can pass into milk, so follow medical guidance.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking this product, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you use lithium, antithyroid medications, or amiodarone — iodine can affect all three. Also clear it if you take blood pressure drugs, diabetes medications, heart rhythm drugs broken down by the liver, or immunosuppressants, since rhodiola may interact with those categories.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
If you take lithium, antithyroid drugs, amiodarone, blood pressure or diabetes medications, or drugs that depend on liver processing, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product. Iodine is likely effective for deficiency and radiation protection, but rhodiola's benefits aren't well proven.
This is a product to clear with your own healthcare provider, especially if you're on any regular medication.
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Assessment coverage: 2 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 24, 2019.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Iodine & Rhodiola, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Dr. Wong's Essentials |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 60 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 24, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 203959 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Iodine & Rhodiola by Dr. Wong's Essentials, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | 320 mg | -- |
| Serratiopeptidase | 0 NP | -- |
| Iodine | 30 mg | 20000% |
| Rhodiola rosea extract | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Cellulose, Silica
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, 1 capsule daily as needed or as directed by your health care provider.
Precautions
Keep out of the reach of children.
Tamper resistant package. Do not use if outer seal is missing.
Formulation
This product contains no gluten, milk, eggs, wheat, soybeans, peanuts, tree nuts, fish or shellfish.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
General Statements
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FDA Statement of Identity
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Iodine & Rhodiola by Dr. Wong's Essentials label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Iodine & Rhodiola by Dr. Wong's Essentials
These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Proprietary Blend
- › Serratiopeptidase
- › Rhodiola rosea extract
Iodine
Interacts with7 drugs
Iodine is an essential mineral your body needs to make thyroid hormones, and most people get enough from iodized salt, dairy, and seafood. Supplements...
Iodine monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Cellulose, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Iodine & Rhodiola by Dr. Wong's Essentials Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Iodine & Rhodiola by Dr.
Wong's Essentials contains iodine and rhodiola rosea extract, both of which interact with medications. The most serious concern is iodine's Moderate-severity interaction with lithium — combining them might worsen low thyroid function, and thyroid monitoring is advised.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Iodine also has Moderate interactions with antithyroid drugs (used to treat overactive thyroid), where iodine might alter how those drugs work, and with amiodarone, a heart rhythm medication that's already high in iodine — taking both could push iodine levels too high and hurt thyroid function.
Rhodiola rosea extract carries Moderate-severity interactions with blood pressure medications (antihypertensives), diabetes drugs, immunosuppressants, and several drug types that depend on liver metabolism — including a documented effect on losartan. It also has Minor interactions with other medications broken down by the liver.
Altogether, these interactions span 1,277 individual medications. We couldn't check serratiopeptidase — we hold no interaction data for it.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Iodine & Rhodiola interact with 1,276 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 3 ingredients in Iodine & Rhodiola interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Rhodiola rosea extract Iodine
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractImmunosuppressants, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of P-glycoprotein substrates.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Acalabrutinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Acebutolol interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetazolamideAk-Zol, Diamox
How Acetazolamide interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractCns Depressants, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase the risk of adverse effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Acetazolamide interactionAcetohexamideDymelor
How Acetohexamide interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Acetohexamide interactionAdalimumabHumira
How Adalimumab interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Adalimumab interactionAdalimumab-adazHyrimoz
How Adalimumab-adaz interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Adalimumab-adaz interactionAdalimumab-adbmCyltezo
How Adalimumab-adbm interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Adalimumab-adbm interactionAdalimumab-afzbAbrilada
How Adalimumab-afzb interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Adalimumab-afzb interactionAdalimumab-attoAmjevita
How Adalimumab-atto interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Adalimumab-atto interactionAdalimumab-bwwdHadlima
How Adalimumab-bwwd interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Adalimumab-bwwd interactionAdalimumab-fkjpHulio
How Adalimumab-fkjp interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Adalimumab-fkjp interactionAerosphere Budesonide, Formoterol Fumarate, GlycopyrrolateBreztri
How Aerosphere Budesonide, Formoterol Fumarate, Glycopyrrolate interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Aerosphere Budesonide, Formoterol Fumarate, Glycopyrrolate interactionAfatinib DimaleateGilotrif
How Afatinib Dimaleate interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of P-glycoprotein substrates.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Afatinib Dimaleate interactionAgomelatineValdoxan
How Agomelatine interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractAntidepressant Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase the risk of adverse effects when taken with antidepressants.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Agomelatine interactionAlbiglutideTanzeum
How Albiglutide interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Albiglutide interactionAlefaceptAmevive
How Alefacept interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Alefacept interactionAlemtuzumabCampath
How Alemtuzumab interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Alemtuzumab interactionAliskirenTekturna
How Aliskiren interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Aliskiren interactionAlogliptinNesina
How Alogliptin interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Alogliptin interactionAlogliptin, MetforminKazano
How Alogliptin, Metformin interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Alogliptin, Metformin interactionAlogliptin, PioglitazoneOseni
How Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interactionAlvimopanEntereg
How Alvimopan interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of P-glycoprotein substrates.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Alvimopan interactionAmbrisentanLetairis, Volibris
How Ambrisentan interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of P-glycoprotein substrates.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Ambrisentan interactionAmilorideAmilamont, Midamor
How Amiloride interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Amiloride interactionAmiloride, HydrochlorothiazideAmil-Co, Amilzide, Moduret 25, Moduretic
How Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rhodiola Rosea ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionAmiodaroneCordarone, Pacerone
How Amiodarone interacts with Iodine & Rhodiola — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
IodineAmiodarone (cordarone) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Combining iodine with amiodarone might cause excessively high iodine levels.
Read the full Iodine + Amiodarone interactionRhodiola Rosea ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Rhodiola Rosea Extract + Amiodarone interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Iodine & Rhodiola with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Rhodiola rosea extract
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
In vitro and animal research shows that rhodiola extract can decrease blood glucose due to alpha-glucosidase activity.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, taking rhodiola with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
In vitro and animal research shows that rhodiola extract inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) and might lower blood pressure.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
In vitro research shows that rhodiola inhibits CYP2C9. This effect is highly variable and appears to be dependent on the rhodiola product studied. Also, a clinical study in healthy young males found that taking rhodiola extract 290 mg daily for 14 days reduces the metabolism of losartan, a CYP2C9 substrate, by 21% after 4 hours.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, rhodiola use might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
In vitro and animal research show that rhodiola has immunostimulatory effects.
Losartan (Cozaar)
Rhodiola might increase the levels and adverse effects of losartan.
A clinical study in healthy young males found that taking rhodiola extract 290 mg daily for 14 days reduces the metabolism of losartan, a CYP2C9 substrate, by 21% after 4 hours.
P-Glycoprotein Substrates
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of P-glycoprotein substrates.
In vitro research shows that rhodiola inhibits P-glycoprotein. Theoretically, using rhodiola with P-glycoprotein substrates might increase drug levels and potentially increase the risk of adverse effects.
Antidepressant Drugs
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase the risk of adverse effects when taken with antidepressants.
A review of adverse event reports in Poland identified cases of tachyarrhythmias, myalgia, arthralgia, gum pain, restless leg syndrome, swallowing disorders, and changes in consciousness when rhodiola was taken in combination with paroxetine, escitalopram, fluoxetine, sertraline, trazodone, and/or duloxetine.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase the risk of adverse effects when taken with CNS depressants.
A review of adverse event reports in Poland identified cases of excessive sedation, myoclonus, hypotension, and hallucinations when rhodiola was taken with haloperidol, diazepam, or alprazolam.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
In vitro research shows that rhodiola inhibits CYP1A2. This effect is highly variable and appears to be dependent on the rhodiola product studied. However, a clinical study in healthy young males found that taking rhodiola extract 290 mg daily for 14 days does not inhibit the metabolism of caffeine, a CYP1A2 substrate.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, rhodiola might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro research shows that rhodiola inhibits CYP3A4. This effect is highly variable and appears to be dependent on the rhodiola product studied. However, a clinical study in healthy young males found that taking rhodiola extract 290 mg daily for 14 days does not inhibit the metabolism of midazolam, a CYP3A4 substrate.
Iodine
Amiodarone (Cordarone)
Combining iodine with amiodarone might cause excessively high iodine levels.
Amiodarone contains 37.3% iodine and can increase iodine levels. Concomitant use with iodine might increase the risk of having excessive iodine levels and adversely affecting thyroid function. Monitor thyroid function.
Antithyroid Drugs
Iodine might alter the effects of antithyroid drugs.
Iodine in high doses has been reported to cause both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, depending on the individual's past medical history. Taking iodine while using antithyroid drugs could alter the effects of the antithyroid drugs.
Lithium
Combining iodine with lithium might have additive hypothyroid effects.
Lithium can inhibit thyroid function. Several case reports suggest that concomitant use of lithium and potassium iodide can reduce thyroid function in otherwise healthy adults. Monitor thyroid function.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Iodine & Rhodiola, from the product label.
Dr. Wong's Essentials
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- WAM Essentials, Inc.
- Street Address
- 320 Grant Ave.
- City
- Strawn
- State
- TX
- ZipCode
- 76475
- Phone Number
- 1-866-268-3216
- Web Address
- www.DocsPrefer.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Iodine & Rhodiola’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Rhodiola
Interacts with 1,271 drugsRhodiola is an herb traditionally used to fight fatigue and help the body cope with stress. Some small studies suggest it may modestly reduce fatigue and improve mood, but the evidence is li...
Read the full Rhodiola monograph → Herb & supplement monographIodine
Interacts with 7 drugsIodine is an essential mineral your body needs to make thyroid hormones, and most people get enough from iodized salt, dairy, and seafood. Supplements help when you are truly deficient, but...
Read the full Iodine monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Iodine & Rhodiola's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
The 39 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Iodine 26 references
- McEvoy GK, ed. AHFS Drug Information. Bethesda, MD: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, 1998.
- Goodman GA, Rall TW, Nies AS, Taylor P. The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 9th ed.
- Ghent WR, Eskin BA, Low DA, Hill LP. Iodine replacement in fibrocystic disease of the breast. Can J Surg 1993;36:453-60.
- Potassium iodide for nuclear exposure. Pharmacist's Letter/Prescriber's Letter 2001;17(12):171214.
- Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2002.
- Cabezas C, Bustamante B, Holgado W, Begue RE. Treatment of cutaneous sporotrichosis with one daily dose of potassium iodide. Pediatr Infect Dis J 1996;15:352-4. PubMed
- Sterling JB, Heymann WR. Potassium iodide in dermatology: a 19th century drug for the 21st century-uses, pharmacology, adverse effects, and contraindications. J Am Acad Dermatol 2000;43:691-7. PubMed
- Yarrington CD, Pearce EN. Dietary iodine in pregnancy and postpartum. Clin Obstet Gynecol 2011;54:459-70. PubMed
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