Auryxia

Hyperphosphataemia, Dialysis therapy, Iron Deficiency Anemia + 2 more

Treatment

7 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Auryxia

What is Auryxia

Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate is a medication used to treat high levels of phosphates in the blood and iron deficiency anemia, both of which are seen in adults with chronic kidney disease. The drug was approved by the FDA in 2014 and is also known under the brand name Triferic.

Auryxia

is the brand name

Auryxia Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Auryxia

Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate

2014

1

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate, also known as Auryxia, is approved by the FDA for 7 uses including Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA) and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) .

Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA)

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Not on Dialysis

Dialysis therapy

Chronic Kidney Disease

Hyperphosphataemia

Effectiveness

How Auryxia Affects Patients

Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate is a medicine that contains iron and is used to treat iron deficiency anemia and high levels of phosphate in the blood. The dose can vary from person to person, but it works for a long time to treat anemia and a moderate amount of time to treat hyperphosphatemia. Patients should be aware of the potential risks associated with iron overload when taking this medication.

How Auryxia works in the body

Ferric iron is taken in from the digestive system and changed into ferrous iron. This ferrous iron is stored in the cells and then moved into the blood by a protein called ferroportin 1. In the blood, it binds to transferrin, which carries it to other cells. These cells use the iron to make hemoglobin and other proteins. Some of the ferric iron binds to phosphate in the digestive system, forming an insoluble substance that cannot be absorbed. This substance is then eliminated in the feces, reducing phosphate levels in the blood.

When to interrupt dosage

The recommended measure of Auryxia hinges upon the diagnosed issue, including Not on Dialysis, Dialysis therapy and Chronic Kidney Disease. Dosage is also contingent upon the technique of administration specified in the table below.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Hyperphosphataemia

210.0 mg, , 8.3 mg

, Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral

Dialysis therapy

210.0 mg, , 8.3 mg

, Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral

Iron Deficiency Anemia

210.0 mg, , 8.3 mg

, Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral

Chronic Kidney Disease

210.0 mg, , 8.3 mg

, Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral

Not on Dialysis

210.0 mg, , 8.3 mg

, Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral

Warnings

Auryxia has one contraindication, and should thus not be administered with any of the conditions mentioned in the following table.

Auryxia Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Iron Overload

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Auryxia.

Common Auryxia Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Technetium Tc-99m oxidronate

Major

Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate can cause a decrease in the absorption of Technetium Tc-99m oxidronate resulting in a reduced serum concentration and potentially a decrease in efficacy.

3-Aza-2,3-Dihydrogeranyl Diphosphate

Minor

Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate can cause a decrease in the absorption of 3-Aza-2,3-Dihydrogeranyl Diphosphate resulting in a reduced serum concentration and potentially a decrease in efficacy.

Calcium Phosphate

Minor

Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate can cause a decrease in the absorption of Calcium Phosphate resulting in a reduced serum concentration and potentially a decrease in efficacy.

Calcium phosphate dihydrate

Minor

Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate can cause a decrease in the absorption of Calcium phosphate dihydrate resulting in a reduced serum concentration and potentially a decrease in efficacy.

Dipotassium phosphate

Minor

Tetraferric tricitrate decahydrate can cause a decrease in the absorption of Dipotassium phosphate resulting in a reduced serum concentration and potentially a decrease in efficacy.

Auryxia Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Overdosing on iron can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, blood loss, low blood pressure, throwing up blood, perforation, and infection of the abdomen. Mild overdoses can be treated with supportive care, while more severe cases may require chelation therapy or IV fluids. Taking activated charcoal is not likely to help in iron overdose. The lowest toxic dose of iron in rats has been found to be 1487mg/kg in rats and 1520mg/kg in mice.

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Auryxia Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Auryxia?

121 active clinical trials are exploring the potential of Auryxia to aid in managing Chronic Kidney Disease, Iron deficiency anemia and Non-Dialysis patients.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Dialysis therapy

4 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 4

Hyperphosphataemia

0 Actively Recruiting

Chronic Kidney Disease

101 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 4, Phase 3, Early Phase 1

Iron Deficiency Anemia

7 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3, Phase 4, Phase 2, Not Applicable

Not on Dialysis

0 Actively Recruiting

Auryxia Reviews: What are patients saying about Auryxia?

5

Patient Review

9/2/2015

Auryxia for Renal Osteodystrophy with Hyperphosphatemia

5

Patient Review

9/4/2015

Auryxia for Renal Osteodystrophy with Hyperphosphatemia

5

Patient Review

2/19/2016

Auryxia for Renal Osteodystrophy with Hyperphosphatemia

4.3

Patient Review

10/4/2018

Auryxia for Anemia in Non-Dialysis-Dependent Chronic Kidney Disease

I'm kept getting yeast infections since starting this medication, and I wonder if it's because of the Auryxia. That said, my Hgb and Hct levels have increased, so there are some definite positives to taking this medicine even though it's quite expensive.

3.7

Patient Review

8/15/2017

Auryxia for Renal Osteodystrophy with Hyperphosphatemia

I wasn't able to get my phosphorous levels under control, even with the lapband. The pills were too big and I had to have it loosened. Within a few months, my level went from 11.5 to 6.

3

Patient Review

4/28/2016

Auryxia for Renal Osteodystrophy with Hyperphosphatemia

I'm a bit hesitant to keep taking this medication for an extended period of time because of the potential liver damage. Additionally, I was not pleased with the change in stool color.

1

Patient Review

8/14/2016

Auryxia for Renal Osteodystrophy with Hyperphosphatemia

I no longer needed regular iron infusions thanks to this medication. Not only that, but my constipation became less chronic and I had fewer stomach upsets. However, I started getting itchy skin and eyes so I'm going to take a break from Aryuxia for now.
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Patient Q&A Section about auryxia

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is Auryxia tablet?

"Auryxia can lower the amount of phosphate in the blood for adults with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis."

Answered by AI

Is Auryxia a generic or brand?

"There is not currently a version of Auryxia that is the same as what is available in the United States. There may be illegal online pharmacies that sell a generic version of Auryxia, but these medications may not be safe."

Answered by AI

What are side effects of Auryxia?

"Auryxia may cause common side effects such as diarrhea, constipation, darker color in your bowel movements, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, or cough."

Answered by AI

What is Auryxia used for?

"This medication works by binding to phosphate in the foods you eat, which then passes out of your body in your stool. Ferric citrate is a form of iron that is also used to treat low blood levels of iron (anemia) in people with long-term kidney disease who are not on dialysis."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Auryxia

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Sotagliflozin for Type 1 Diabetes

18 - 75
All Sexes
Minneapolis, MN

The goal of this clinical trial is to develop and evaluate a novel diabetes ketoacidosis risk mitigation strategy to support the safe use of sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) therapy in participants with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and mild to moderate chronic kidney disease (CKD). The main objectives of this study are to: 1. Evaluate how ketone metrics differ between participants with mild to moderate chronic kidney disease and those with normal renal function in three time periods. 2. Identify potentially modifiable ketosis risk factors. 3. Use continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and continuous ketone monitoring (CKM) data prior to and following treatment to determine ketosis risk factors and gain knowledge to further refine reporting of risk factors. 4. Gather information on how participants and clinicians like and use the CGM/CKM reports. Participants will be asked to: * Meet with study investigators to determine if they are eligible * Sign written informed consent * Take a pregnancy test, if applicable * Have blood taken to assess kidney function and hemoglobin A1c * Take the study medication, following the study team instructions * Wear the study provided sensor throughout participation. * Complete 5 in person visits, and 11 phone check ins over a nine-month period * Provide feedback on the usefulness of CGM/CKM reports

Phase 2
Waitlist Available

International Diabetes Center

Richard Bergenstal, MD

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Velocity pAVF System for Kidney Failure

18 - 80
All Sexes
Dothan, AL

This study will evaluate the Velocity Percutaneous Arteriovenous Fistula (pAVF) System, a new minimally invasive method for creating dialysis access. People with kidney failure often require dialysis, which depends on having a reliable arteriovenous fistula (AVF). Traditionally, AVFs are created with surgery, but surgery can involve incisions, longer recovery, and sometimes additional procedures before the AVF can be used. The Velocity System is designed to create an AVF through a small puncture in the skin using a catheter-based approach, without open surgery. This pivotal study will assess how safe the procedure is and how well it works for patients who need dialysis. The study will take place at multiple centers in the United States and will enroll adults with kidney failure who are candidates for fistula creation. Participants will undergo the Velocity procedure and then be followed closely with exams, ultrasounds, and dialysis assessments for up to five years. Taking part is voluntary. Patients may benefit from a less invasive approach to dialysis access, but the main goal is to collect information that could improve future care for people with kidney failure.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Trinity Research Group (+9 Sites)

Venova Medical

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Empagliflozin for Chronic Kidney Disease

2 - 17
All Sexes
Birmingham, AL

This study is open to children aged 2 to 17 with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The purpose of this study is to find out if a medicine called empagliflozin helps children and adolescents with CKD. Other goals of the study are to find out how empagliflozin is tolerated and handled by the body in children and adolescents with CKD. Participants are put into 2 groups randomly, which means by chance. One group takes empagliflozin and the other group takes placebo. Placebo looks like empagliflozin but does not contain any medicine. Participants are twice as likely to be in the empagliflozin group. Participants take empagliflozin or placebo as tablets once a day for 6 months. After 6 months, participants in both groups take empagliflozin as tablets once a day for 1 year. Participants are in the study for a little over a year and a half. During this time, they visit the study site about 15 times and get at least 5 phone or video calls from the site staff. At the visits, the doctors take blood and urine samples from the participants. The doctors also regularly check participants' health and take note of any unwanted effects.

Phase 3
Recruiting

University of Alabama at Birmingham (+33 Sites)

Boehringer Ingelheim

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Endoscopic Evaluation for Iron-Deficiency Anemia

18 - 90
All Sexes
Trois-Rivières, Canada

This is a single-center, randomized pilot study evaluating the feasibility and safety of two management strategies for patients on antithrombotic therapy who present with obscure gastrointestinal bleeding (OGIB). Participants will be randomized to either repeated endoscopic evaluations or a conservative medical approach with limited testing. The study aims to assess whether conservative management yields similar clinical outcomes and quality of life compared to standard repeated endoscopic procedures. Results will inform the design of a larger trial and address the current lack of guidelines for managing recurrent iron-deficiency anemia in this patient population.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Centre hospitalier affilié universitaire régional de Trois-Rivières

Éva Mathieu, PhD

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AP301 for High Phosphate Levels

Any Age
All Sexes
Lone Tree, CO

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if AP301 could work in the patients receiving maintenance dialysis with elevated blood phosphate. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does AP301 lower blood phosphate levels? * Does AP301 works on serum calcium level, calcium times phosphate level, and intact parathyroid hormone level? * What discomfort or medical problem do the patients have when taking AP301? * Does AP301 improve quality of life in Chinese patients? The researchers will compare AP301 to an ineffective comparator (a look-alike substance that contains low dose AP301) to see if AP301 works to treat elevated blood phosphate. In the study, the patients will experience the following stages in a chronicle order: * Stop all using blood phosphate-lowering drugs, * Take AP301 or the comparator three times a day for 8 weeks, * Take AP301 three times a day for 24 weeks, and * Take AP301 or the comparator three times a day for 3 weeks. In the first 32 weeks, the dose of AP301 will be adjusted upwards or downwards based on the patient's blood phosphate level and the study doctor's judgment. If the participant has a blood phosphate level above or below a certain level, they may receive additional treatment to lower the blood phosphate level.

Phase 3
Recruiting

Rocky Mountain Kidney Care - Lone Tree (+18 Sites)

Alebund Pharmaceuticals

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