title: Medication review: an alternative phosphate binder--calcium acetate.
abstract: Calcium acetate is a potent phosphate binder that causes fewer problems with hypercalcemia and elevated serum aluminum concentrations than other calcium salt or aluminum-binding agents. It exceeds calcium carbonate in its binding ability and is not expensive. These advantages make it an attractive alternative to many of the standard phosphate-binding regimens.
authors.forename: M J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Holechek
mesh_terms: D000085:Acetates / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D019342:Acetic Acid; D006801:Humans; D007676:Kidney Failure, Chronic / Q000097:blood / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000451:nursing; D010710:Phosphates / Q000097:blood*
chemical_list: D000085:Acetates; D010710:Phosphates; D019342:Acetic Acid