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Phosphate Binders

Phosphate binders are used to treat hyperphosphatemia in people with chronic kidney disease. They work by lowering levels of phosphate in the blood.

Why are phosphate binders prescribed?

  1. Kidney Disease (50%)
  2. Hyperphosphatemia (50%)

Key takeaways

Phosphate binders treat high phosphate levels in people living with chronic kidney disease. They work by binding to phosphate in the food you eat, preventing it from being absorbed into your bloodstream. Examples include sevelamer carbonate (Renvela), calcium acetate (Phoslo), sevelamer hydrochloride (Renagel).

Prices for popular Phosphate Binders medications
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SEVELAMER treats high phosphorus levels in people with kidney disease. It works by lowering the amount of phosphorus your body absorbs from food. It belongs to a group of medications called phosphate binders.
CALCIUM ACETATE treats high phosphorus levels in people with kidney disease. It works by lowering the amount of phosphorus your body absorbs from food. It belongs to a group of medications called phosphate binders.
Renagel (Sevelamer Hydrochloride) is an expensive polymer. It binds phosphates in the stomach and prevents them from being absorbed into the body. This medicine is used in patients with chronic kidney disease on dialysis to prevent dangerous increases in phosphates. It is slightly more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in generic and brand versions. The most common version of Renagel is covered by 82% of insurance plans at a co-pay of $60.00-$75.00, however, some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
LANTHANUM CARBONATE treats high phosphorus levels in people with kidney disease. It works by lowering the amount of phosphorus your body absorbs from food. It belongs to a group of medications called phosphate binders.
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Auryxia

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Auryxia (iron) replaces iron that is essential to healthy red blood cells. Iron is used to treat iron deficiency anemia. Anemia may cause problems like tiredness, shortness of breath, or slowed growth in children. Auryxia is less popular than comparable drugs. There are currently no generic alternatives for Auryxia.

GoodRx has partnered with InsideRx and Akebia Therapeutics to reduce the price for this prescription. Check our savings tips for co-pay cards, assistance programs, and other ways to reduce your cost. Auryxia is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans.
SUCROFERRIC OXYHYDROXIDE prevents and treats high phosphorus levels in people with kidney disease. It works by lowering the amount of phosphorus your body absorbs from food. It belongs to a group of medications called phosphate binders.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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