Ferric citrate

Generic Name
Ferric citrate
Brand Names
Auryxia
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C18H32Fe4O31
CAS Number
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Unique Ingredient Identifier
Q91187K011
Background

Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate is an iron containing phosphate binder used to treat hyperphosphatemia and iron deficiency anemia in adults with chronic kidney disease.

Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate was granted FDA approval on 5 September 2014.

Indication

Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate is indicated to control serum phosphorous in adults with chronic kidney disease who require dialysis. Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate is also indicated to treat iron deficiency anemia in adults with chronic kidney disease who are not on dialysis.

Associated Conditions
Hyperphosphataemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA)
Associated Therapies
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