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Phosphate Binders - Pros and Cons

Calcium carbonate (TumsTM) 
 - Most inexpensive, antacid properties useful for
Phosphate Binders ... absorption compared to Ca ... anti-inflammatory effect ... - Anti-constipating ... #Table #Comparison
Potassium-Binding Agents to Treat Hyperkalemia
Sodium zirconium cyclosilicate (Lokelma):
 • Mechanism: Preferentially captures K in exchange for
15 g QD • Side Effects ... ; hypokalemia; constipation ... , vomiting, constipation ... #pharmacology #table ... #comparison #binders
Opioid Use Disorder Medications - Pharmacokinetics

Buprenorphine is a partial mu-opioid receptor agonist with low intrinsic activity,
thus effectively functions ... depression and constipation ... the sublingual tablet ... Pharmacokinetics #Comparison ... #Table #Pharmacology
Lactated Ringers (LR) vs Normal Saline (NS) - Comparison

Composition of LR:
 • Sodium 130 mEq/L
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Saline (NS) - Comparison ... - Protective effects ... shift • Saline Causes ... • Saline May Cause ... coagulopathy - functional