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ferric oxyhydroxide
VELPHORO
ferric oxyhydroxide (VELPHORO) is a phosphate sequestering agent. Route of administration: oral. Current US regulatory status: approved.
Drug details — ferric oxyhydroxide
- US status
- approved
- Class
- —
- Route
- ORAL
- Patents
- 0
- Programs
- 0
- Data quality
- 0.84
Quick answer
ferric oxyhydroxide (VELPHORO) is a phosphate sequestering agent. Route of administration: oral. Current US regulatory status: approved.
Key facts
Mechanism of action
Phosphate sequestering agent
Primary target: Phosphate
Approval history
| Authority | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|
| FDA | approved | — |
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Frequently asked questions
What is ferric oxyhydroxide?
ferric oxyhydroxide (VELPHORO) is a phosphate sequestering agent. Route of administration: oral. Current US regulatory status: approved.
What is the brand name for ferric oxyhydroxide?
VELPHORO is a marketed brand name for ferric oxyhydroxide. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.
What is the US approval status of ferric oxyhydroxide?
ferric oxyhydroxide has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.