Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide (Oral Route) Description and Brand Names - Mayo Clinic

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Description and Brand Names

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US Brand Name

Velphoro

Descriptions

Sucroferric oxyhydroxide is used to control the phosphorus levels in the blood of patients with chronic kidney disease that are on dialysis.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

Tablet, Chewable

Before Using

Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2021

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