Dosage form: capsule
Drug classes:Minerals and electrolytes, Phosphate binders
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 1, 2022.
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- Indications and Usage
- Dosage and Administration
- Dosage Forms and Strengths
- Contraindications
- Warnings and Precautions
- Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Use In Specific Populations
- Overdosage
- Description
- Clinical Pharmacology
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Indications and Usage for Calcium Acetate Capsules
Calcium acetate is a phosphate binder indicated to reduce serum phosphorus in patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD)
Calcium Acetate Capsules Dosage and Administration
The recommended initial dose of calcium acetate 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 to 4 capsules with each meal.
Dosage Forms and Strengths
Capsule: 667 mg calcium acetate per capsule.
Contraindications
Patients with hypercalcemia.
