Ferric Citrate

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Ferric Citrate Uses

Ferric Citrate is used in the treatment of Iron deficiency and High phosphate levels in blood.

How Ferric Citrate works

Ferric Citrate is an iron salt. When used to lower phosphate level in blood, it works by binding to the phosphates taken through diet, and limits their absorption. When used to treat iron deficiency, it works by converting to the ferrous form (Fe2+) allowing the absorption of the iron component in the same form as dietary iron.

Common side effects of Ferric Citrate

Discoloration of stool, Diarrhea, Constipation, Nausea1a, Vomiting, Cough, Abdominal pain, Increased potassium level in blood
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