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What is FERRIC CITRATE used for?

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FERRIC CITRATE (brand name Ferric Citrate) is a Other indicated for See full prescribing information.

Question 2

How does FERRIC CITRATE work?

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FERRIC CITRATE works through the following mechanism: 12.1 Mechanism of Action Hyperphosphatemia in Chronic Kidney Disease on Dialysis Ferric iron binds dietary phosphate in the GI tract and precipitates as ferric phosphate. This compound is insoluble and is excreted in the stool. By binding phosphate in the GI tract and decreasing absorption, ferric citrate lowers the phosphate concentration in the serum. Iron Deficiency Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease Not on Dialysis Ferric iron is reduced from the ferric to the ferrous form by ferric reductase in the GI tract. After transport through the enterocytes into the blood, oxidized ferric iron circulates bound to the plasma protein transferrin, and can be incorporated into hemoglobin..

Question 3

What are the most common side effects of FERRIC CITRATE?

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Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for FERRIC CITRATE. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Question 4

Is FERRIC CITRATE the same as Ferric Citrate?

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Ferric Citrate is a brand name for FERRIC CITRATE. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

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