Phosphorus
Generic medicine reference
Overview
Elemental Phosphorus is no longer used in medicine. Inorganic phosphates are used in deficiency states and bone diseases. It is used as a stimulant to stomach secretion.
Indications
Phosphorus is primarily indicated in conditions like Bone (Paget's) disease, Treatment of arrhythmias.
Contraindications
Phosphorus is contraindicated in conditions like Addison's disease, Hyperkalemia, Urolithiasis.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Phosphorus, which give rise to further complications include Seizures, Cramps, Irregular heart beat. Phosphorus produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Coma, Convulsions, Delirium, Shock. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Phosphorus therapy. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Phosphorus are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Headache, Diarrhea, Confusion, Laxative effect, Nausea and vomiting, Stomachache, Numbness of hands & lips.
Warnings
In cardiac disease, Addison disease, acute dehydration, renal (kidney) insufficiency, chronic renal (kidney) disease, liver disease, pulmonary disease, toxemia of pregnancy, hypoparathyroidism and rickets, and if patient is on sodium and potassium restricted diet, in such cases use phosphorus with caution.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
800 to 1200 mg (1000 (1000)) As recommended. PO —
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
Phosphorus is known to interact with other drugs, the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementProbenecidthe renal tubular reabsorption is inhibited by probenecid in hypothyroid individuals. These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Storage
No storage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Available Brands in Pakistan
For educational purposes only. Check current guidelines and consult a qualified healthcare professional before making clinical decisions.