Lugol’s Iodine Solution Purifies water, disinfects wounds, and provides essential iodine for health. Store unopened bottles in a cool, dark place for at least 5 years of shelf life. A small bottle can serve countless purposes in preparedness. | Rob Benson

Lugol’s Iodine Solution An unopened bottle can last decades and it serves multiple preparedness roles. It can clean minor wounds, help with certain skin infections, disinfect water in emergencies, and provide iodine when dietary sources are limited. In a nuclear event, iodine saturates the thyroid and reduces uptake of radioactive iodine. This is the same principle used by potassium iodide tablets and it only applies to specific exposure scenarios. No refrigeration required and no electricity ne