Products Calcium is commercially available in numerous drug products as a monopreparation, a fixed combination with vitamin D (usually cholecalciferol), and other vitamins and minerals. The most commonly used dosage forms include chewable, lozenge, meltable and effervescent tablets. Film-coated tablets that can be swallowed whole have also been available for some time. Structure and properties … Calcium Health Effects
Products Calcium carbonate is commercially available as a drug in the form of tablets, capsules, effervescent tablets, chewable tablets, lozenges, and oral suspension, among others. Some products are combination preparations, for example with vitamin D3 or other antacids. Structure and properties Calcium carbonate (CaCO 3 , M r = 100.1 g/mol) exists in pharmacopoeia quality … Calcium Carbonate
Products Sevelamer carbonate is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets and powder. It was approved in many countries in 2011 (Renvela). The precursor sevelamer chloride (Renagel) has been available since 2004. Generics were registered in 2018. Effects Sevelamer carbonate (ATC V03AE02) is a polymer containing numerous amino groups that are protonated in the … Sevelamer Carbonate
Background Hyperphosphatemia, or elevated blood phosphate, often develops as a result of chronically impaired renal function. The kidney is unable to excrete phosphate ions adequately, which poses a risk for the development of secondary hyperparathyroidism, renal osteodystrophy, cardiovascular calcification, and cardiovascular disease. Treatment options include dialysis, diet, and the use of phosphate binders. Effects Phosphate … Phosphate Binder
