KAYEXALATE vs VELTASSA

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. KAYEXALATE and VELTASSA are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	KAYEXALATE	VELTASSA
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	SODIUM POLYSTYRENE SULFONATE	PATIROMER SORBITEX CALCIUM
Manufacturer	Concordia	Vifor Intl
Dosage forms	Powder	Powder
Drug class	—	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Hyperkalemia	Hyperkalemia

kayexalate veltassa

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

SODIUM POLYSTYRENE SULFONATE

PATIROMER SORBITEX CALCIUM

Manufacturer

Concordia

Vifor Intl

Dosage forms

Powder

Drug class

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Hyperkalemia

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Kayexalate and Veltassa?

Kayexalate contains Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate, while Veltassa contains Patiromer Sorbitex Calcium — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.