Potassium Iodide Runs Low as Americans Seek It Out

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Before the Japanese nuclear power explosions Potassium Iodide was only a few dollars for 14 tablets.

Supplies of potassium iodide, a preventive against radiation poisoning of the thyroid gland, are running low at some manufacturers, as Americans seek protection amid fears that radiation from Japan could head to the U.S., according to the companies.

One leading supplier, Anbex Inc., quickly sold out of its supply of more than 10,000 14-tablet packages on Saturday, said Alan Morris, president of the Williamsburg, Va., company.

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