Calphron
Generic name:calcium acetate [ KAL-see-um-AS-e-tate ]
Brand names: Calphron, PhosLo, Phoslyra
Drug classes:Minerals and electrolytes, Phosphate binders
What is Calphron?
Calcium is a mineral that is needed for many functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind to other minerals such as phosphate, and aid in their removal from the body.
Calphron is used to control phosphate levels to keep them from getting too high in people with kidney failure who are on dialysis.
Calphron may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use Calphron if you have high levels of calcium in your blood.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Calphron if you are allergic to it, or if you have high levels of calcium in your blood.
Tell your doctor if:
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known whether Calphron will harm an unborn baby, but having kidney failure or developing hypercalcemia during pregnancy may cause complications in the baby and the mother. The benefit of using this medicine during pregnancy may outweigh any risks..
Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Calphron is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I take Calphron?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
Take the capsule with food.
You may need to keep a food diary to measure how much calcium you are getting in your diet.
You may need frequent medical tests. Even if you have no symptoms, tests can help your doctor determine if Calphron is effective.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
