Philippines
A 19-year-old female asked:
Why is calcium carbonate given to patients with agn?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Dan Fisheranswered
Internal Medicine 28 years experience
Hyperphosphatemia.: Calcium binds with dietary phosphate causing it to be excreted in the stool. This prevents hyperphosphatemia which is an important concern in advanced renal failure.
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Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewisanswered
Family Medicine 39 years experience
AGN: Calcium & phosphorus r important for healthy bones, muscles, and nerves; however, in renal disease phosphorus may accumulate leading to unwanted consequences (including lowered calcium); thus calcium supplements (citrate/ carbonate/et al) r given to bind excess phosphate for excretion.
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Last updated May 6, 2021
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