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What is Calcium Acetate
Calcium acetateThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryCalcium acetate is a compound made from calcium and acetic acid (vinegar). It is usually sold as the monohydrate form, which absorbs water easily. It is also known as the acetate of lime.
ProcalAmineis the brand name
Calcium Acetate Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
ProcalAmine
Calcium acetate
1982
77
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Calcium acetate, otherwise known as ProcalAmine, is approved by the FDA for 2 uses which include Hyperphosphataemia and Kidney Failure, Chronic .Hyperphosphataemia
Helps manage Hyperphosphataemia
Kidney Failure, Chronic
Helps manage End-stage Renal Failure (ESRF)
Effectiveness
How Calcium Acetate Affects PatientsFor people with kidney problems, their body may not be able to get rid of phosphate properly. This can cause high levels of phosphate in the body which can lead to bone and tissue damage. To lower the amount of phosphate, people may need to reduce the amount they eat, use dialysis, or take a medicine called calcium acetate. Calcium acetate binds to phosphate in the gut and helps it pass out of the body in the feces. By taking calcium acetate, the amount of phosphate in the body can be kept below 6.0 mg/dl.
How Calcium Acetate works in the bodyCalcium acetate helps to get rid of extra phosphorus in your body. It does this by binding with the phosphorus in the food you eat. This prevents it from being absorbed and instead causes it to be eliminated from the body.
When to interrupt dosage
The recommended dosage of Calcium Acetate is contingent upon the ascertained condition, such as Kidney, Hyperphosphataemia and Kidney Failure, Chronic. The required amount of dosage is delineated in the table beneath, with regards to the method of administration (e.g. Intravenous or Topical).Condition
Dosage
Administration
Dialysis therapy
667.0 mg, , 667.0 mg/mL, 0.839 mg/mg, 0.952 mg/mg, 952.0 mg, 5.95 mg/mL, 450.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 668.0 mg, 0.26 mg/mL, 22.0 mg/mL, 6.67 mg/mg, 44.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Solution, Solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Topical, Topical, Powder, for solution, Solution - Topical, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Liquid, Liquid - Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Communicable Diseases
667.0 mg, , 667.0 mg/mL, 0.839 mg/mg, 0.952 mg/mg, 952.0 mg, 5.95 mg/mL, 450.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 668.0 mg, 0.26 mg/mL, 22.0 mg/mL, 6.67 mg/mg, 44.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Solution, Solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Topical, Topical, Powder, for solution, Solution - Topical, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Liquid, Liquid - Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Astringent
667.0 mg, , 667.0 mg/mL, 0.839 mg/mg, 0.952 mg/mg, 952.0 mg, 5.95 mg/mL, 450.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 668.0 mg, 0.26 mg/mL, 22.0 mg/mL, 6.67 mg/mg, 44.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Solution, Solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Topical, Topical, Powder, for solution, Solution - Topical, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Liquid, Liquid - Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Hyperphosphataemia
667.0 mg, , 667.0 mg/mL, 0.839 mg/mg, 0.952 mg/mg, 952.0 mg, 5.95 mg/mL, 450.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 668.0 mg, 0.26 mg/mL, 22.0 mg/mL, 6.67 mg/mg, 44.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Solution, Solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Topical, Topical, Powder, for solution, Solution - Topical, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Liquid, Liquid - Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Kidney
667.0 mg, , 667.0 mg/mL, 0.839 mg/mg, 0.952 mg/mg, 952.0 mg, 5.95 mg/mL, 450.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 668.0 mg, 0.26 mg/mL, 22.0 mg/mL, 6.67 mg/mg, 44.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Solution, Solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Topical, Topical, Powder, for solution, Solution - Topical, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Liquid, Liquid - Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
high phosphate levels
667.0 mg, , 667.0 mg/mL, 0.839 mg/mg, 0.952 mg/mg, 952.0 mg, 5.95 mg/mL, 450.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 668.0 mg, 0.26 mg/mL, 22.0 mg/mL, 6.67 mg/mg, 44.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Solution, Solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Topical, Topical, Powder, for solution, Solution - Topical, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Liquid, Liquid - Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Kidney Failure, Chronic
667.0 mg, , 667.0 mg/mL, 0.839 mg/mg, 0.952 mg/mg, 952.0 mg, 5.95 mg/mL, 450.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 668.0 mg, 0.26 mg/mL, 22.0 mg/mL, 6.67 mg/mg, 44.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Solution, Solution - Oral, Powder, for solution - Topical, Topical, Powder, for solution, Solution - Topical, Intravenous, Injection, Injection - Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Liquid, Liquid - Intravenous, Solution - Intravenous, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Warnings
Calcium Acetate has two restrictions, and it should not be taken in combination with any of the conditions in the following table.Calcium Acetate ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Hypercalcemia
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Common Calcium Acetate Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Technetium Tc-99m oxidronate
Major
Calcium acetate may decrease effectiveness of Technetium Tc-99m oxidronate as a diagnostic agent.
Dobutamine
Minor
The therapeutic efficacy of Dobutamine can be decreased when used in combination with Calcium acetate.
3-Aza-2,3-Dihydrogeranyl Diphosphate
Moderate
Calcium acetate 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.
Acebutolol
Moderate
The therapeutic efficacy of Acebutolol can be decreased when used in combination with Calcium acetate.
Acetyldigitoxin
Moderate
Calcium acetate may increase the arrhythmogenic and cardiotoxic activities of Acetyldigitoxin.
Calcium Acetate Toxicity & Overdose RiskThe lowest toxic dose of the drug in rats is 4280mg/kg. Mild signs of overdose include constipation, loss of appetite, and nausea and vomiting. In more severe cases, patients may show signs of confusion, unconsciousness, and difficulty speaking.
Calcium Acetate Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Calcium Acetate?
Five active clinical trials are currently being conducted to assess the potential of Calcium Acetate in ameliorating Kidney, high phosphate levels and Hyperphosphataemia.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Kidney
0 Actively Recruiting
high phosphate levels
0 Actively Recruiting
Dialysis therapy
3 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1
Kidney Failure, Chronic
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Hyperphosphataemia
0 Actively Recruiting
Astringent
0 Actively Recruiting
Communicable Diseases
0 Actively Recruiting
Calcium Acetate Reviews: What are patients saying about Calcium Acetate?
4.7Patient Review
4/14/2010 This treatment is great. I'm grateful for modern medicine.
4Patient Review
9/23/2018 I saw a significant drop in my phosphorus levels after just two weeks of using this treatment. It was easy to use and didn't require any dietary changes, which was great. The only downside is that I have to remember to take it every time I eat, but it's worth it for the relief from itching.
4Patient Review
3/7/2010 This medication unfortunately caused me a lot of discomfort, including nausea, stomach pain, chest pain, and dizziness. Blurry vision was also an issue. Overall, not a great experience.
3.3Patient Review
11/21/20093Patient Review
11/16/20093Patient Review
3/15/2010 I'm not sure if this caused my ruptured blood vessel in the colon, but I would be careful before taking this treatment.
2.7Patient Review
3/14/2012 I was instructed by my doctor to take this medication 3 or more times a day with each meal. I experienced severe itching and cramping in both hands every night, about 30 minutes after eating. The heaviest dose I took was at dinner time.
2.3Patient Review
5/30/20091Patient Review
12/17/2018 My father had a severe allergic reaction to one of the inactive ingredients in this drug, which caused anaphylaxis. He died less than an hour after taking it. Do not take this medication if you have any allergies to other medications. Always consult with your doctor before taking any new medication.
1Patient Review
9/7/2010 I started taking this medication for high blood pressure, but it caused me a lot of problems. I would get very short of breath and my whole body would start shaking. It also brought my blood sugar down pretty low. The shakiness was not hypoglycemia. I have stopped taking this medication, and the shortness of breath and the shakiness has stopped. Would not recommend to anyone.
1Patient Review
1/14/2018 The itching was unbearable, and the coughing fits made me feel like I was going to vomit. This went on for two months straight with no relief.
Patient Q&A Section about calcium acetate
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.Who should not take calcium acetate?
"Do not use calcium acetate if you are allergic to it or have high levels of calcium in your blood. Let your doctor know if: your kidney disease gets worse; or you are also taking digoxin (digitalis, Lanoxin)."
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What is another name for calcium acetate?
"There are different brands of calcium acetate, which is a calcium supplement used to control the level of phosphate in the blood for patients on dialysis due to severe kidney disease."
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What is the side effects of calcium acetate?
"The following are symptoms of poisoning: abdominal or stomach pain, full or partial loss of consciousness, headache, incoherent speech, increased urination, metallic taste, muscle weakness, nausea or vomiting."
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When should you take calcium acetate?
"Calcium acetate is a supplement that comes in the form of capsules, tablets, or a liquid solution. It is typically taken with each meal, and people are advised to take it at the same time each day."
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