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U.S. Brand Names:

CalcibindĀ®

Synonyms:

CSP; Sodium Cellulose Phosphate

Generic Available:

No

Canadian Brand Names:

CalcibindĀ®

Use:

Adjunct to dietary restriction to reduce renal calculi formation in absorptive hypercalciuria type I

Pregnancy Risk Factor:

C

Dosage:

Adults: Oral: 5 g 3 times/day with meals; decrease dose to 5 g with main meal and 2.5 g with each of two other meals when urinary calcium declines to <150 mg/day

Dietary Considerations:

May be taken with meals.

Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment:

No significant effects or complications reported

Dental Health: Vasoconstrictor/Local Anesthetic Precautions:

No information available to require special precautions

Dosage Forms:

Powder: 2.5 g/scoop (45 g)

International Brand Names:

CalcibindĀ® (CA)

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