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Patiromer Oral Product
Patiromer is a non-absorbed potassium binder that sequesters potassium in the gastrointestinal tract to reduce serum potassium levels.
Patiromer is a non-absorbed potassium binder that exchanges sodium for potassium in the gastrointestinal tract, reducing serum potassium levels. Used for Hyperkalemia (elevated serum potassium levels).
At a glance
| Generic name | Patiromer Oral Product |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Valtressa |
| Sponsor | Wake Forest University Health Sciences |
| Drug class | Potassium binder |
| Target | Potassium ion (K+) in gastrointestinal lumen |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Cardiovascular |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
Patiromer is a cation exchange polymer that binds potassium ions in the colon through ionic interactions, preventing potassium reabsorption and increasing fecal potassium excretion. This mechanism allows for reduction of hyperkalemia without systemic absorption, making it suitable for chronic management of elevated serum potassium levels in patients taking medications that increase potassium retention.
Approved indications
- Hyperkalemia in patients with chronic kidney disease or heart failure on renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system inhibitors
Common side effects
- Hypomagnesemia
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Abdominal discomfort
Key clinical trials
- Patiromer and Diet/hrQoL in Chronic Dialysis (PHASE3)
- Comparison of Potassium Binders in the ER (PHASE4)
- Patiromer Efficacy to Reduce Episodic Hyperkalemia in End Stage Renal Disease Patients (PHASE4)
- Patiromer Trial in CKD Stage IIIB to V (PHASE3)
- Patiromer Utility as an Adjunct Treatment in Patients Needing Urgent Hyperkalemia Management (PHASE4)
- A Pilot Trial of Twice-weekly Versus Thrice-weekly Hemodialysis in Patients With Incident End-stage Kidney Disease (PHASE3)
- Effects of Patiromer on Pharmacokinetics of Immunosuppresive Drugs in Renal Transplant Recipients (PHASE4)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
Competitive intelligence
For the full competitive landscape — auto-detected comparators, recent regulatory actions across the set, upcoming PDUFA, patent timeline, sponsor landscape:
- Patiromer Oral Product CI brief — competitive landscape report
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- Wake Forest University Health Sciences portfolio CI