Lugol's Iodine 5% Solution 30ml
Description
Health Leads Lugol's Iodine 5% Solution combines iodine and potassium iodide in distilled water, following the traditional Lugol's formulation.
Developed in 1829 by French physician Jean Guillaume Auguste Lugol, the solution uses potassium iodide to help dissolve elemental iodine in water.
This concentrated 5% solution is supplied in a 30ml amber glass bottle with a precision glass pipette for controlled dispensing.
Important: This is a concentrated solution and must be diluted before use.
What Is Lugol's Iodine?
Lugol's Iodine is a water-based preparation containing elemental iodine and potassium iodide in a traditional 1:2 ratio.
Iodine is an essential trace mineral naturally found in foods including fish, seaweed, dairy products and eggs.
The body requires iodine in small quantities, and both insufficient and excessive iodine intake can affect normal thyroid function.
What Does Iodine Contribute To?
Iodine contributes to:
- Normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function
- Normal cognitive function
- Normal energy-yielding metabolism
- Normal functioning of the nervous system
- Maintenance of normal skin
Understanding the 5% Concentration
Lugol's 5% Solution contains 5% elemental iodine and 10% potassium iodide.
Each undiluted drop (approximately 0.05ml) contains:
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Elemental iodine | 2.5mg |
| Potassium iodide | 5mg |
| Total iodine, including iodide | Approx. 6.3mg |
The solution is highly concentrated. An undiluted drop contains substantially more iodine than the adult Nutrient Reference Value of 150µg.
Ingredients
Distilled Water, Iodine and Potassium Iodide.
No additional colours, flavours, sweeteners or preservatives.
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Suggested Adult Use
Do not consume undiluted.
Dilute 1 drop of Lugol's Iodine Solution in 60 drops (approximately 3ml) of water. Mix thoroughly, then take 2 drops of the diluted preparation once daily.
This provides approximately 210µg total iodine (140% NRV), based on the stated drop sizes and dilution.
Not recommended for continuous use. While on a cycle, use once daily, but not for extended periods of time. Do not exceed the recommended intake.
Because the concentration is high and drop sizes can vary, accurate measurement is essential. Seek professional advice if you are unsure how to prepare the dilution.
Safety Information
Excessive iodine intake may adversely affect thyroid function.
Do not use without medical advice if you have a thyroid condition, take thyroid medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or use other iodine-containing supplements or medicines.
Do not take the concentrated solution directly. Keep away from children and avoid contact with eyes and sensitive surfaces.
Food supplements should not replace a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
Store securely closed, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.
What you get
- Iodine and potassium iodide in distilled water
- Traditional Lugol's formulation: 5% iodine, 10% potassium iodide
- Concentrated solution: must be diluted before use
- 30ml amber glass bottle with glass pipette
- No added colours, flavours, sweeteners or preservatives
- Made in Wales since 1998
The traditional Lugol's formulation
Health Leads Lugol's Iodine 5% Solution combines iodine and potassium iodide in distilled water, following the formulation developed in 1829 by French physician Jean Guillaume Auguste Lugol. It is supplied in a 30ml amber glass bottle with a precision glass pipette. This is a concentrated solution and must be diluted before use.
Traditional formulation
5% elemental iodine and 10% potassium iodide in distilled water, in the traditional 1:2 ratio.
Amber glass and pipette
A 30ml amber glass bottle with a precision glass pipette for controlled dispensing.
Dilute before use
A concentrated solution that must not be consumed undiluted. See the dilution guidance and safety information.
Understand what's inside
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What is Lugol's Iodine?
Lugol's Iodine is a water-based preparation containing elemental iodine and potassium iodide in a traditional 1:2 ratio. It was developed in 1829 by French physician Jean Guillaume Auguste Lugol, and the potassium iodide helps dissolve the elemental iodine in water. Iodine is an essential trace mineral naturally found in foods including fish, seaweed, dairy products and eggs. The body requires iodine in small quantities, and both insufficient and excessive iodine intake can affect normal thyroid function. -
What iodine contributes to
Iodine contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function, normal cognitive function, normal energy-yielding metabolism, the normal functioning of the nervous system and the maintenance of normal skin. -
Understanding the 5% concentration
Lugol's 5% Solution contains 5% elemental iodine and 10% potassium iodide. Each undiluted drop (approximately 0.05ml) contains 2.5mg elemental iodine, 5mg potassium iodide and approximately 6.3mg total iodine, including iodide. The solution is highly concentrated. An undiluted drop contains substantially more iodine than the adult Nutrient Reference Value of 150µg. -
How to take it (diluted only)
Do not consume undiluted. Dilute 1 drop of Lugol's Iodine Solution in 60 drops (approximately 3ml) of water. Mix thoroughly, then take 2 drops of the diluted preparation once daily. This provides approximately 210µg total iodine (140% NRV), based on the stated drop sizes and dilution. Because the concentration is high and drop sizes can vary, accurate measurement is essential. Seek professional advice if you are unsure how to prepare the dilution. -
Not for continuous use
Not recommended for continuous use. While on a cycle, use once daily, but not for extended periods of time. Do not exceed the recommended intake. -
Ingredients
Distilled water, iodine and potassium iodide. No additional colours, flavours, sweeteners or preservatives. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Supplied in a 30ml amber glass bottle with a precision glass pipette. -
Safety information
Excessive iodine intake may adversely affect thyroid function. Do not use without medical advice if you have a thyroid condition, take thyroid medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or use other iodine-containing supplements or medicines. Do not take the concentrated solution directly. Keep away from children and avoid contact with eyes and sensitive surfaces. Food supplements should not replace a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Store securely closed, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children. -
Product information
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Full product information and safety
Health Leads Lugol's Iodine 5% Solution combines iodine and potassium iodide in distilled water, following the traditional Lugol's formulation.
Developed in 1829 by French physician Jean Guillaume Auguste Lugol, the solution uses potassium iodide to help dissolve elemental iodine in water.
This concentrated 5% solution is supplied in a 30ml amber glass bottle with a precision glass pipette for controlled dispensing.
Important: This is a concentrated solution and must be diluted before use.
What Is Lugol's Iodine?
Lugol's Iodine is a water-based preparation containing elemental iodine and potassium iodide in a traditional 1:2 ratio.
Iodine is an essential trace mineral naturally found in foods including fish, seaweed, dairy products and eggs.
The body requires iodine in small quantities, and both insufficient and excessive iodine intake can affect normal thyroid function.
What Does Iodine Contribute To?
Iodine contributes to:
- Normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function
- Normal cognitive function
- Normal energy-yielding metabolism
- Normal functioning of the nervous system
- Maintenance of normal skin
Understanding the 5% Concentration
Lugol's 5% Solution contains 5% elemental iodine and 10% potassium iodide.
Each undiluted drop (approximately 0.05ml) contains:
Component Amount Elemental iodine 2.5mg Potassium iodide 5mg Total iodine, including iodide Approx. 6.3mg The solution is highly concentrated. An undiluted drop contains substantially more iodine than the adult Nutrient Reference Value of 150µg.
Ingredients
Distilled Water, Iodine and Potassium Iodide.
No additional colours, flavours, sweeteners or preservatives.
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Suggested Adult Use
Do not consume undiluted.
Dilute 1 drop of Lugol's Iodine Solution in 60 drops (approximately 3ml) of water. Mix thoroughly, then take 2 drops of the diluted preparation once daily.
This provides approximately 210µg total iodine (140% NRV), based on the stated drop sizes and dilution.
Not recommended for continuous use. While on a cycle, use once daily, but not for extended periods of time. Do not exceed the recommended intake.
Because the concentration is high and drop sizes can vary, accurate measurement is essential. Seek professional advice if you are unsure how to prepare the dilution.
Safety Information
Excessive iodine intake may adversely affect thyroid function.
Do not use without medical advice if you have a thyroid condition, take thyroid medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or use other iodine-containing supplements or medicines.
Do not take the concentrated solution directly. Keep away from children and avoid contact with eyes and sensitive surfaces.
Food supplements should not replace a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
Store securely closed, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.
Suggested use
Daily dose
Do not consume undiluted. Dilute 1 drop in 60 drops (approx. 3ml) of water, mix thoroughly, then take 2 drops of the diluted preparation once daily. Not recommended for continuous use; while on a cycle use once daily, but not for extended periods of time.
Do not exceed the recommended daily intake
Frequently asked questions
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Lugol's Iodine is a water-based preparation of elemental iodine and potassium iodide in a traditional 1:2 ratio. It was developed in 1829 by French physician Jean Guillaume Auguste Lugol, who used potassium iodide to help dissolve the elemental iodine in water.
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Each undiluted drop (approximately 0.05ml) contains approximately 6.3mg of total iodine, substantially more than the adult Nutrient Reference Value of 150µg. It must not be consumed undiluted.
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Dilute 1 drop of Lugol's Iodine Solution in 60 drops (approximately 3ml) of water and mix thoroughly. Then take 2 drops of the diluted preparation once daily, which provides approximately 210µg total iodine (140% NRV). Drop sizes can vary, so accurate measurement is essential. Seek professional advice if you are unsure how to prepare the dilution.
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The solution contains 5% elemental iodine and 10% potassium iodide. Each undiluted drop (approximately 0.05ml) contains 2.5mg of elemental iodine and 5mg of potassium iodide.
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Do not use without medical advice if you have a thyroid condition, take thyroid medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or use other iodine-containing supplements or medicines. Excessive iodine intake may adversely affect thyroid function.
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Lugol's Iodine is not recommended for continuous use. While on a cycle, take the diluted preparation once daily as directed, but not for extended periods of time. Do not exceed the recommended intake.
More Information
- SKU
- 0274
- GTIN (EAN)
- 5060332055005
- Size
- 30ml
- High Strength
- No
- Featured
- No
- Speciality
- Vegan, Vegetarian
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