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Uses
Calcium Acetate Capsule is a phosphate binder indicated to reduce serum phosphorus in patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD).
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Other Information
Calcium Acetate Capsule acts as a phosphate binder. Its chemical name is calcium acetate. Its molecular formula is C4H6CaO4, and its molecular weight is 158.17. Its structural formula is:
Calcium Acetate Capsules are Hard Gelatin Capsules with blue opaque cap and body both imprinted "EP 115" in black ink. Each capsule contains 667 mg calcium acetate, USP (anhydrous; Ca(CH3COO)2; MW=158.17 grams) equal to 169 mg (8.45 mEq) calcium and following inactive ingredients crospovidone, FD & C Blue No. 1, FD & C Blue No. 3, gelatin, magnesium stearate, sodium lauryl sulfate and titanium dioxide. In addition to the ingredients listed above, each capsule contains following inactive ingredients from imprinting ink: butyl alcohol, iron oxide black, propylene glycol and shellac.
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Dayrelief Pe Manufacturers
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Western Family Foods Inc
Dayrelief Pe | Zydus Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc.
The recommended initial dose of Calcium Acetate Capsules for the adult dialysis patient is 2 capsules with each meal. Increase the dose gradually to lower serum phosphorus levels to the target range, as long as hypercalcemia does not develop. Most patients require 3-4 capsules with each meal.
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