Polystyrene Sulfonates
- Name
- Polystyrene Sulfonates
- Accession Number
- DBCAT004573
- Description
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Polystyrene sulfonates are polymers derived from polystyrene by the addition of sulfonate functional groups. They are widely used as ion-exchange resins to remove ions such as potassium, calcium, and sodium from solutions in technical or medical applications. Additionally, they can be used to remove toxins.
- Drugs
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Drug Drug Description Tolevamer A potassium-binding resin used in the treatment of hyperkalemia. Sevelamer A phosphate binder used to treat hyperphosphatemia. - Drugs & Drug Targets
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Drug Target Type Tolevamer Potassium target Sevelamer Ph值osphate target