Fermagate
Fermagate is a new inorganic phosphate binder developed for the control of blood plasma phosphate, a key therapeutic aim in the prevention of hyperphosphataemia in haemodialysis patients. It is currently under evaluation in clinical trials.
Fermagate is an iron magnesium hydroxy carbonate with the general formula, [Mg4Fe2(OH)12].CO3 .4H2O.