Hypoparathyroidism
Hypoparathyroidism is a rare condition in which the body doesn''t make enough of a key hormone called parathyroid hormone (PTH). PTH helps control and maintain the right balance of two
Potassium phosphate (intravenous route)
Potassium phosphate injection is a phosphate replacement that is used to treat or prevent hypophosphatemia (low phosphorus in the blood). It is also used as an additive in the preparation of
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a nutrient the body needs, along with calcium, to build bones and keep them healthy. The body can absorb calcium only if it has enough vitamin D. Calcium is a major part of
Calciphylaxis
These include creatinine, calcium, phosphorus, parathyroid hormone and vitamin D. The results help your healthcare team check how well your kidneys are working. Imaging tests. These
Kidney diet (renal diet)
If you have chronic kidney disease or limited kidney function, your health care provider may suggest a kidney diet (renal diet). Foods in a kidney diet have lower amounts of sodium, protein, potassium, or
Low-phosphorus diet: Helpful for kidney disease?
Why is a low-phosphorus diet useful in managing kidney disease? What foods contain phosphorus? Phosphorus is a mineral the body needs to make new cells and for bone health. It''s in
Calcium acetate (oral route)
Description Calcium acetate is used to treat hyperphosphatemia (too much phosphate in the blood) in patients with end stage kidney disease who are on dialysis. Calcium acetate works by
Sodium phosphate dibasic and sodium phosphate monobasic
Sodium phosphate dibasic and sodium phosphate monobasic combination injection is a phosphate replacement that is used to treat or prevent hypophosphatemia (low phosphorus in the
Sevelamer (oral route)
For high phosphorus levels in the blood: For oral dosage forms (suspension or tablets): For patients not taking a phosphate binder: Renagel®: Adults—At first, 800 to 1600 milligrams (mg)
Potassium and sodium phosphate (oral route)
Description Phospha 250™ Neutral contains potassium phosphate and sodium phosphate. It is a phosphate supplement that is used to increase the amount of phosphate in the
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