Vadadustat

Generic Name
Vadadustat
Brand Names
Vafseo
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C14H11ClN2O4
CAS Number
1000025-07-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
I60W9520VV
Background

One of the most common symptoms of advanced renal disease is anemia, caused primarily by the inability of the kidney to respond to anemic conditions with a corresponding increase in erythropoietin (EPO) production. The treatment of anemia associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD) has traditionally involved the administration of exogenous erythropoiesis-st...

Indication

Vadadustat is indicated for the treatment of symptomatic anemia associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in adults on chronic maintenance dialysis.

Associated Conditions
Symptomatic Anemia
Associated Therapies
-
© Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved by MedPath