Interacting drugs -summary

+ Phosphates-

 Antacids                                                                                                                           antacids containing magnesium, aluminum or calcium bind the phosphate and prevent its absorption Calcium

Vita D                                                                                                                                   effects of phosphates antagonised in the treatment of hypercalcemia

Potassium sparing contd diuretics                                                                                             hyperkalemia occur with concurrent use. Periodically monitor  patients serum potassium level 

Dietary supplements 

Mild laxative effect initially. Diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, vomiting. Headache,dizziness, confusion, seizures, weakness or heaviness of legs, unusual tiredness or weakness, muscle cramps, numbness, tingling, pain or weakness of hands

Addisons disease, hyperkalemia, acidification of urine in urinary stone disease.

Special precaution:

Monitoring renal function,kidney stones, cardiac disease patients

Indications:

Dietary supplements

Dosage:

Adults- 800 to 1200mg daily. 1 or 2 tablets 4 times daily with full glass of water.

Pharmacology:

Phosphorus is an important component of all cells in the body. Phosphate admin lowers urinary calcium levels and increases urinary phosphate levels and urinary pyrophosphate inhibitor.

Pregnancy:

Use only when clearly needed

Lactation:

Excercise caution when administering to a nursing woman.