Phosphates artificially added to dairy and cereal products appear to cause bigger spikes in blood phosphorus levels than naturally occurring phosphates, potentially putting harmful stress on kidneys.

LAS VEGAS—Lanthanum carbonate binds dietary phosphorus more effectively than sevelamer, researchers reported here at the National Kidney Foundation’s Spring Clinical Meetings. Researchers came to that ...

Sevelamer carbonate 800 mg; tabs. Patients with CKD can develop hyperphosphatemia as a result of retained phosphorus, which may lead to ectopic calcification. Hyperphosphatemia plays a role in the ...

Calcium and phosphorus, while essential for bone health, can promote soft-tissue calcification and CVD if consumed excessively by children with CKD. The Work Group suggests limiting intake of ...