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Survival Shield X-2 Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by InfoWars Life

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Liquid Category: Mineral
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Survival Shield X-2 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Survival Shield X-2 is a dietary supplement by InfoWars Life with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for preventing iodine deficiency, supporting thyroid hormone production, general energy and metabolism support.Based on those ingredients, 7 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Iodine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Survival Shield X-2 by InfoWars Life

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains a single active ingredient: iodine. Iodine is an essential mineral your body needs to make thyroid hormone and support metabolism.

The product also contains vegetable glycerin and triple-distilled water as inactive ingredients.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Iodine's overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports Iodine for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Radiation exposure — rated "Likely Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Iodine deficiency — rated "Likely Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Fibrocystic breast disease — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Oral mucositis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Periodontitis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Iodine is Likely Effective for preventing or treating iodine deficiency and for protecting the thyroid after radiation exposure. It's rated Possibly Effective for oral mucositis (mouth inflammation) and periodontitis (gum disease), though the evidence for those uses is less established.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Iodine

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Iodine is well tolerated in normal dietary amounts, but high doses can cause thyroid problems — including both overactive and underactive thyroid — and skin reactions. Adequate iodine matters in pregnancy, but you should use only the amount your doctor advises and avoid high-dose products.

Some iodine passes into breast milk, so follow your doctor's guidance while nursing. A small number of people can have hypersensitivity reactions to iodine itself, with symptoms ranging from rash and swelling to severe reactions like anaphylaxis.

Long-term high-dose use has been reported to cause acneform skin lesions.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Iodine

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Iodine.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: lithium.
  • For scale: 7 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking this product, check with your pharmacist if you take lithium, antithyroid medications, or amiodarone — all three have Moderate interactions with iodine. These interactions affect thyroid function and thyroid hormone absorption, so monitoring may be needed.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Iodine supplementation makes sense if you have iodine deficiency or need thyroid protection after radiation. If you take lithium, antithyroid drugs, or amiodarone, you need to check with your pharmacist before starting — iodine can interfere with how these work.

Pregnant or nursing? Talk to your doctor about whether you need iodine and in what amount.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 23, 2020.

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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Survival Shield X-2, straight from the product label.

Brand InfoWars Life
Barcode (UPC) 720825769738
Net contents 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 29.6 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 23, 2020
DSLD ID 218870
Product type Mineral
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Survival Shield X-2 by InfoWars Life, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Drop(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Drop(s)
Servings per container
600
UPC/BARCODE
720825769738
IngredientAmount% DV
Iodine650 mcg433%

Other ingredients: USP Kosher certified Vegetable Glycerin, triple distilled Water

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use; Take 1 drop by mouth, immediately follow with purified water and swallow. Use once daily or as directed by your health care provider.

Precautions

Warning: Keep out of reach of children.

Consult your healthcare provider before taking if you are pregnant or nursing, have thyroid or cardiovascular issues, or have any other medical concerns.

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.

Formulation

Original formula

GMO free Gluten free

Vegan safe

Cruelty free

Formula

Nascent Iodine Dietary Supplement

Contains certified-USP grade iodine.

General Statements

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Survival Shield X-2 by InfoWars Life label

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Survival Shield X-2 label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Survival Shield X-2 by InfoWars Life

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container600 Amounts shown are per serving.

Iodine

Interacts with
7 drugs
650 mcg per serving Form: Iodine

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 & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: USP Kosher certified Vegetable Glycerin, Triple distilled Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Survival Shield X-2 by InfoWars Life Drug Interactions

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7Drugs
7 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Iodine 7

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Survival Shield X-2 interact with 7 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Survival Shield X-2 interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Iodine

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Survival Shield X-2 with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Iodine3 drug types · 7 drugs

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.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Iodine full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Survival Shield X-2, from the product label.

InfoWars Life

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Name
InfoWars Life
City
Austin
State
TX
ZipCode
78704
Phone Number
1-888-253-3139
Web Address
www.infowarslife.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Survival Shield X-2 by InfoWars Life: Common Questions

Does Survival Shield X-2 by InfoWars Life interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Survival Shield X-2 has a known interaction with 7 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Survival Shield X-2 contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Will iodine help my thyroid if I already have thyroid disease?
Iodine's role depends on what's wrong with your thyroid. If you have an underactive thyroid from iodine deficiency, iodine is likely to help. But if you take antithyroid drugs or have other thyroid conditions, iodine can actually interfere with your treatment. Always ask your doctor before adding iodine.
Is this safe to take while pregnant?
The data on iodine in pregnancy is mixed — some of it is Likely Safe and some is Possibly Unsafe. Adequate iodine does matter for your baby's development, but you need the right amount. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any iodine product during pregnancy.
Can I take this if I'm breastfeeding?
Some iodine is needed for your baby, but excess can pass into breast milk. Follow your doctor's guidance on dosage if you're nursing, and don't take high-dose products without checking first.
What side effects might I notice from iodine?
Common ones include upset stomach, diarrhea, nausea, headache, metallic taste, and stuffy nose. In rare cases, people can have allergic reactions including severe swelling or anaphylaxis. Chronic high-dose use has caused acnelike skin lesions in some people.
Is this the same as the iodine in salt?
Iodized salt contains iodine, but Survival Shield X-2 is a concentrated liquid supplement — much higher amounts. You need to be careful not to exceed safe levels, especially if you already get iodine from salt or other sources.
Will this protect me from radiation?
Iodine is Likely Effective at blocking thyroid uptake of radioactive iodine after radiation exposure, but it only works when taken at the right time and dose under medical guidance. Don't rely on this product alone in an emergency — talk to public health authorities.

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The Full Monographs Behind Survival Shield X-2’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Iodine

Interacts with 7 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 help when you are truly deficient, but...

Read the full Iodine monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Survival Shield X-2'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.

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 26 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
  1. McEvoy GK, ed. AHFS Drug Information. Bethesda, MD: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, 1998.
  2. Goodman GA, Rall TW, Nies AS, Taylor P. The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 9th ed.
  3. Ghent WR, Eskin BA, Low DA, Hill LP. Iodine replacement in fibrocystic disease of the breast. Can J Surg 1993;36:453-60.
  4. Potassium iodide for nuclear exposure. Pharmacist's Letter/Prescriber's Letter 2001;17(12):171214.
  5. 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.
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. Yarrington CD, Pearce EN. Dietary iodine in pregnancy and postpartum. Clin Obstet Gynecol 2011;54:459-70. PubMed
  9. Goel, S., Mandhani, A., Srivastava, A., Kapoor, R., Gogoi, S., Kumar, A., and Bhandari, M. Is povidone iodine an alternative to silver nitrate for renal pelvic instillation sclerotherapy in chyluria? BJU.Int 2004;94(7):1082-1085. PubMed
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  11. Crawford, B. A., Cowell, C. T., Emder, P. J., Learoyd, D. L., Chua, E. L., Sinn, J., and Jack, M. M. Iodine toxicity from soy milk and seaweed ingestion is associated with serious thyroid dysfunction. Med J Aust. 10-4-2010;193(7):413-415. PubMed
  12. Ohkuma, M. Molluscum contagiosum treated with iodine solution and salicylic acid plaster. Int J Dermatol. 1990;29(6):443-445. PubMed
  13. Connelly KJ, Boston BA, Pearce EN, Sesser D, Snyder D, Braverman LE, Pino S, LaFranchi SH. Congenital hypothyroidism caused by excess prenatal maternal iodine ingestion. J Pediatr. 2012 Oct;161(4):760-2. PubMed
  14. Kasahara T, Narumi S, Okasora K, Takaya R, Tamai H, Hasegawa T. Delayed onset congenital hypothyroidism in a patient with DUOX2 mutations and maternal iodine excess. Am J Med Genet A. 2013 Jan;161A(1):214-7.
  15. Murcia M, Rebagliato M, Iñiguez C, Lopez-Espinosa MJ, Estarlich M, Plaza B, Barona-Vilar C, Espada M, Vioque J, Ballester F. Effect of iodine supplementation during pregnancy on infant neurodevelopment at 1 year of age. Am J Epidemiol. 2011 Apr 1;173(7):8 PubMed
  16. Sang Z, Wang PP, Yao Z, Shen J, Halfyard B, Tan L, Zhao N, Wu Y, Gao S, Tan J, Liu J, Chen Z, Zhang W. Exploration of the safe upper level of iodine intake in euthyroid Chinese adults: a randomized double-blind trial. Am J Clin Nutr. 2012 Feb;95(2):367-73 PubMed
  17. Speeckaert MM, Speeckaert R, Wierckx K, Delanghe JR, Kaufman JM. Value and pitfalls in iodine fortification and supplementation in the 21st century. Br J Nutr. 2011 Oct;106(7):964-73. PubMed
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  19. Iodine Hypersensitivity. Pharmacist's Letter/Prescriber's Letter 2011; 27(5):270504.
  20. Hammel JA, Selby JC. Pustular eruption in a patient with cancer treated with complementary and alternative medicine. JAMA Dermatology 2017 October; E1. doi: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2017.3749. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed
  21. Gil GS, Smith BW, Guerra JR, Williams WT. Acute Delirium in a Hypothyroid Patient Precipitated by Iodine Supplements Use. Am J Ther. 2018;25(6):e717-e718. PubMed
  22. Hamby T, Kunnel N, Dallas JS, Wilson DP. Maternal iodine excess: an uncommon cause of acquired neonatal hypothyroidism. J Pediatr Endocrinol Metab. 2018;31(9):1061-1064. PubMed
  23. Censi S, Watutantrige-Fernando S, Groccia G, et al. The Effects of Iodine Supplementation in Pregnancy on Iodine Status, Thyroglobulin Levels and Thyroid Function Parameters: Results from a Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial in a Mild-to-Moderate Iodine
  24. Rovner MS, Wolf BJ, Rubin M, et al. Instillation of 5% Povidone-Iodine Ophthalmic Drops Decreases the Respiratory Rate in Children Undergoing Strabismus Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus. 2019;56(6):378-382. PubMed
  25. Guenezan J, Garcia M, Strasters D, et al. Povidone Iodine Mouthwash, Gargle, and Nasal Spray to Reduce Nasopharyngeal Viral Load in Patients With COVID-19: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2021;147(4):400-401. PubMed
  26. Li F, Wan S, Zhang L, et al. A Meta-Analysis of the Effect of Iodine Excess on the Intellectual Development of Children in Areas with High Iodine Levels in their Drinking Water. Biol Trace Elem Res 2022;200(4):1580-1590. PubMed

See these in context on the Iodine monograph →

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