FDA label
What is Velphoro used for?
Velphoro contains ferric oxyhydroxide. The FDA-approved uses below are quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label says: “Velphoro is indicated for the control of serum phosphorus levels in adults and pediatric patients 9 years of age and older with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on dialysis.”
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Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Fresenius Medical Care Renal Therapies Group, LLC (NDA205109). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Velphoro is indicated for the control of serum phosphorus levels in adults and pediatric patients 9 years of age and older with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on dialysis.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 237da26c-f38c-4faa-93ad-735e71c9d0c1, version 37, effective April 1, 2026. NDC 49230-645, one of 1 listing for this product.
Questions
What is Velphoro used for?
The FDA label says: “Velphoro is indicated for the control of serum phosphorus levels in adults and pediatric patients 9 years of age and older with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on dialysis.”
What drug class is Velphoro?
FDA lists ferric oxyhydroxide in the Phosphate Binder established pharmacologic class.
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.