Potassium iodide is contraindicated in all of the following conditions, EXCEPT:
Persons with dermatitis herpetiformis and hypocomplementemic vasculitis are at increased risk for sensitivity from Potassium Iodide. It is a contraindication in both the conditions. Known iodine allergy is a contraindication. Caution: Iodine may be used in pregnant women, infants, and children, but safety has not been clearly established. Hence, not a contraindication. Ref: Rowley F. (2012). Chapter 196. Iodide (Potassium Iodide, KI). In K.R. Olson (Ed), Poisoning & Drug Overdose, 6e.
Dermatitis herpetiformis
Iodine hypersensitivity
Hypocomplementemic vasculitis
Pregnant women