1 The radioactive iodine is usually given in pill form, although it can be given in liquid form. 2  Some people have trouble swallowing pills. 3  If you do, tell your doctor in Nuclear Medicine before your treatment.
Shelf Life. While an alkaline battery is reliable, it has a shelf life of about 7 to 10 years. Around that time, the chemicals within the battery become stagnant and no longer produce a chemical reaction to power the battery. Some people believe that placing unused batteries in a freezer extends their shelf life.
Using Shorai's own charger will enable the battery to reach the possible lifespan of 5-7 years. If you have a Shorai battery, proper charging is important. One of the nicer features of the Shorai batteries is their long shelf life. But if they are improperly charged, the can fail just like any other battery.