Medicine Overview of Aurifer 210mg tablet
The control of serum phosphorus levels in adult patients with chronic kidney disease on dialysis.
The treatment of iron deficiency anemia in adult patients with chronic kidney disease not on dialysis.
Hyperphosphatemia in Chronic Kidney Disease on Dialysis:
- Starting dose is 2 tablets orally 3 times per day with meals
- Adjust dose by 1 to 2 tablets as needed to maintain serum phosphorus at target levels, up to a maximum of 12 tablets daily. Dose can be titrated at 1-week or longer intervals.
Iron Deficiency Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease not on Dialysis:
- Starting dose is 1 tablet orally 3 times per day with meals
- Adjust dose as needed to achieve and maintain hemoglobin goal, up to a maximum of 12 tablets daily or as directed by the physician.
Use in Children & Adolescents: The safety and efficacy of Ferric Citrate have not been established in Children & Adolescents.
Iron absorption from Phoscon may lead to excessive elevations in iron stores. May increase in serum ferritin and transferrin saturation (TSAT) levels. Patients may require a reduction in dose or discontinuation of intravenous iron.
Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6 years of age. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center in hospital immediately.
