Cobalt Disodium Edetate
Cobalt Disodium Edetate is a chelating agent that binds to metal ions in the body to form stable complexes that can be excreted. It is used in the treatment of heavy metal poisoning and conditions where removal of toxic metals is medically necessary. This medication must be administered under close medical supervision due to potential serious side effects.
A chelating agent used to treat heavy metal toxicity by binding and removing metal ions from the body.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1722037
- Generic
- Cobalt Disodium Edetate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of heavy metal poisoning, particularly acute and chronic exposure to toxic metals. Used under medical supervision in clinical settings for metal chelation therapy.
Functions as a chelating agent that binds to metal ions in the bloodstream and tissues, forming stable, water-soluble complexes that are then excreted through the kidneys.
Must be administered by healthcare professionals experienced in chelation therapy. Requires monitoring of kidney and liver function. Contraindicated in patients with severe kidney impairment. May cause electrolyte imbalances, particularly hypocalcemia. Not for self-administration.
Official drug label
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