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Brand name: Phoxilium TM

Active ingredients: calcium chloride + magnesium chloride

What it is used for

PHOXILIUM 1.2 mmol/L phosphate solution is used as a substitution solution and/or as a dialysis solution for CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy) in critically ill patients with Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) when pH and kalaemia have been restored to normal and when the patients need phosphate supplementation for loss of phosphate in the ultrafiltrate or to the dialysate during CRRT.,PHOXILIUM 1.2 mmol/L phosphate solution may also be used in case of drug poisoning or intoxications when the poisons are dialysable or pass through the membrane.,In these patient groups, PHOXILIUM 1.2 mmol/L phosphate solution is indicated for use in patients with normal kalaemia and normal or hypophosphataemia.

How to take it

This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.

Part 1: Solution, dialysis

Clear and colourless solution

The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous Infusion.

Part 2: Solution, dialysis

clear and colourless solution

The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous Infusion.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Storage instructions

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • Do not Freeze
  • Do not Refrigerate
  • Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.

Do I need a prescription?

We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for this medicine. You can ask your pharmacist.This medicine is Not Scheduled.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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