Phosphate Binders: Your Questions Answered
What else can I do to get the most out of my treatment?
Here are several tips that will help you achieve the best outcome with phosphate binders. First, always
take your medicine on time and everyday as prescribed. Second, you should receive regular lab
testing to monitor your calcium, phosphorus and PTH levels. Finally, if you have problems with your
medicines or are unsure if you are taking the medicine correctly, talk to your pharmacist for tips and
advice.
Ajit Kamdar, PharmD, is a graduate of Midwestern University College of Pharmacy - Glendale and
currently works as a pharmacist at Express Scripts.
Steven Morrison, PharmD, is a graduate of Midwestern University College of Pharmacy - Glendale
and currently works for Walgreens Pharmacy in Glendale, AZ.
The authors wish to acknowledge the editorial assistance of Abeba Berhane.
This article originally appeared in the December 2008 issue of Kidney Beginnings: The
Magazine.
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