Edetate calcium disodium
- Generic Name
- Edetate calcium disodium
- Brand Names
- Calcium Disodium Versenate
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C10H12CaN2Na2O8
- CAS Number
- 62-33-9
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 8U5D034955
- Background
Edetate calcium disodium is a metal ion chelator used to reduce blood concentrations and depot stores of lead from the body. It is on the World Health Organization Model List of Essential Medicines.
Edetate calcium disodium was granted FDA approval on 16 July 1953.
- Indication
Edetate calcium disodium is indicated to reduce blood levels and depot stores of lead in acute and chronic lead poisoning.
- Associated Conditions
- Lead Poisoning
- Associated Therapies
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