| Bioactivity | Calcium polystyrene sulfonate is an ion-exchange resin used for reducing blood levels of potassium. Calcium polystyrene sulfonate is used to treat hyperkalemia in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). |
| Name | Calcium polystyrene sulfonate |
| CAS | 37286-92-3 |
| Formula | (C8H8O3S)x.xCa |
| Appearance | Solid |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | 4°C, sealed storage, away from moisture *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture) |
| Reference | [1]. Yu MY, et al. Long-term efficacy of oral calcium polystyrene sulfonate for hyperkalemia in CKD patients. PLoS One. 2017 Mar 22;12(3):e0173542. |