Potassium Iodate (KIO3) is a superior form of KI and manufactured only by Medical Corps. Potassium Iodate will shield (or block) the Thyroid and prevent it from absorbing radioactive Iodine.
• Each factory-sealed bottle contains 90 fresh tablets of Potassium Iodate 85 mg.
• Because of the extra molecule of oxygen in Iodate, the shelf life of Potassium Iodate 85 mg is exceptional.
• Medical Corps recommends that each family member should have at
least one bottle in their kit. Youngsters are extremely susceptible to
thyroid cancer after exposure to radioactive contamination.
• Unlike other blockers, Medical Corps’ stock is NOT government surplus 130-mg tablets of KI (potassium iodide).
The latest news indicates that Nuclear Power plants, over 100 in our country, are at risk from a terrorist attack. A radiation leak from any one of these plants could be carried downwind for hundreds of miles, potentially poisoning thousands or even millions of people in large population areas. Unfortunately, a Nuclear Power Plant has over 100 times more radioactive materials than an Atomic Bomb, which can be released as fallout. One of the most abundant components released is Radioactive Iodine 131 that is then carried downwind for hundreds of miles. Thyroid cancer attributable to Chernobyl has been documented more than 300 miles from the accident site.
Very small amounts of inhaled or ingested Radioactive Iodine can do serious damage because it will always be absorbed and held in the thyroid gland. Eventually, by absorbing a large amount of radiation in the thyroid, abnormalities are likely to result, such as nodules in the thyroid, loss of thyroid function, or thyroid cancer. Taking Potassium Iodate (KIO3™) in the event of fallout will saturate a person’s thyroid gland with stable ("good") iodine, so the Radioactive Iodine cannot be absorbed by the thyroid. Because the thyroid is saturated with the "good" Iodine, then any Radioactive Iodine that is later inhaled or ingested is quickly eliminated by the body. Potassium Iodate (KIO3™) is now being stockpiled by many government agencies.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Would it help if I started taking KIO3 now…just in case?
A. NO! Do not take any thyroid blocker now. You will be wasting your
supply. It will not help you unless you are caught in fallout.
Q. When will the authorities tell us to start?
A. They will tell you that Fallout is headed your way and you should
start taking KIO3 or KI about 3 to 12 hours before the fallout arrives.
Q. What is the usual recommended "daily dosage" in case of a nuclear disaster?
a) Adults (age 12 years and older). 2 tablets daily - 3 to 14 days.
b) Children (age 3 years to 12 years). 1 tablet daily - 3 days or longer.*
c) Infants (age 1 month to 3 years). 1/2 tablet daily - 1 to 3 days.*
d) Babies (age newborn to 1 month). 1/4 to 1/2 tablet - 1 to 3 days.*
*Authorities may determine that repeat or longer dosing may be necessary.
*Under heavy plume conditions 1/2 tablet may be given to newborns as a starting dose. It is extremely important that young children be taken out of harm's way as soon as possible.
Keep in mind that it is possible to have more than one event OR an ongoing event as happened at Chernobyl.
For young children or newborn babies, the 1/2 to 1/4 tablet may be crushed and taken mixed with milk, juice or water.
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding you should normally not take more than two doses for a minor "reactor leak." Babies up to a month old should only receive one dose for a minor "reactor leak." However, this should be determined by authorities.
Keep in mind that it is possible to have more than one event OR an ongoing event as happened at Chernobyl.
Q. I am allergic to Iodine and it gives me a rash. Should I not take a thyroid blocker?
A. That should always be your choice. However, if Iodine gives you a
rash then, Radioactive Iodine (I-131) will also give you a rash!
Q. I have a Thyroid problem and my doctor says I should avoid foods that contain Iodine. What should I do?
A. That is a tough question. Iodine can cause some serious problems in
some Thyroid patients. Radioactive Iodine-131 is Iodine and can
be deadly for babies and young children. One who has a Thyroid
condition that requires the avoidance of Iodine will still be subjected
to
Iodine in the form of Radioactive Iodine-131. Talk to your doctor and try to come to a decision together.
Q. You carry KIO3, but I have seen KI for sale also. Is KI any good?
A. KI is a Thyroid Blocker and it works. There are distinct advantages to KIO3, but KI will work to block the Thyroid.
Q. Which is safer, KIO3 or KI?
A. According to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) KIO3 (our Thyroid
Blocker) is safer to use. KIO3 has a Health Risk of 1---slight. KI,
has a Health Risk of 2—moderate. However, compared to Radioactive Iodine, a Health Risk of 2 for KI means nothing.
Q. Which would be best for babies, children and adults, KI or KIO3?
A. KIO3 because it is easier to dose,
KIO3 is not bitter in the stomach therefore babies, pets and the ill are able to can keep it down easier.
Q. What is the shelf life of Potassium Iodate?
A. According to the manufacturer, the shelf-life is
“Theoretically Unlimited”. This means that it will be good
for 10 years or more if not
exposed to excessive heat. Note the fact that the sealed bottles are air tight.
Q. Is there a shelf-life guarantee?
A. Yes. At any time after you purchase KIO3 from any of our
distributors or from us directly, and you believe it is damaged, or you
just want
to rotate your supply - return the empty bottle to the manufacturer
along with $8.00 for each bottle and they will send you a new fresh full
bottle for every one of your old bottles.
