Ingredient

Calcium Chloride Hydrate

Calcium chloride dihydrate is an ingredient that helps maintain electrolyte balance and provides calcium in peritoneal dialysis solution.

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MFDS ingredient code M083749

What does it do?

Calcium chloride dihydrate is an inorganic salt composed of calcium and chloride ions, used in peritoneal dialysis solution to help maintain electrolyte balance in the body. It is primarily used to regulate calcium levels in the body fluids of patients with decreased kidney function.

The calcium chloride dihydrate included in the peritoneal dialysis solution supplies calcium ions to the body, stabilizing serum calcium levels. It also helps maintain electrolyte balance, ensuring normal cell function and nerve and muscle activity.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Calcium chloride dihydrate is in a form suitable for peritoneal dialysis solution unlike other calcium compounds, making it effective for absorption and electrolyte balance regulation. It plays an important role in precisely adjusting electrolyte levels during peritoneal dialysis.

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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