Patiromer
Veltassa is a potassium binder medication used to treat high potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). It works by binding to potassium in the gastrointestinal tract, allowing excess potassium to be excreted in stool. This medication is typically prescribed for patients with chronic kidney disease or heart failure who need to maintain therapy with medications that can increase potassium levels.
Veltassa is a potassium binder used to treat high blood potassium levels in patients with kidney disease or heart failure.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1716210
- Generic
- Veltassa
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Veltassa is indicated for the treatment of hyperkalemia in adults. It is particularly useful for patients with chronic kidney disease or heart failure who require ongoing treatment with renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system inhibitors, which can raise potassium levels.
Veltassa is a non-absorbed polymer that binds potassium in the GI tract, primarily in the colon, in exchange for calcium. The bound potassium is then excreted in the feces, reducing serum potassium levels.
Veltassa comes as a powder that is mixed with water and taken once daily with food. It should be taken at least 3 hours before or after other medications to avoid interactions. Common side effects may include constipation and low magnesium levels.
Official drug label
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