Phoslo (Calcium Acetate) - Indications and Dosage

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

PhosLo is indicated for the control of hyperphosphatemia in end stage renal failure and does not promote aluminum absorption.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

The recommended initial dose of PhosLo for the adult dialysis patient is 2 gelcaps with each meal. The dosage may be increased gradually to bring the serum phosphate value below 6 mg/dl, as long as hypercalcemia does not develop. Most patients require 3-4 gelcaps with each meal.

HOW SUPPLIED

Gelcap: A white and blue gelcap for oral administration containing 667 mg calcium acetate (anhydrous Ca(CH₃COO)₂; MW=158.17 grams) equal to 169 mg (8.45 mEq) calcium.

Gelcap

NDC 49230-640-21 Bottles of 200

STORAGE

Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F). See USP “Controlled Room Temperature.”

Rx only

Manufactured for
Fresenius Medical Care
Waltham, MA 02451

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