LOKELMA vs VELTASSA

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 20, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. LOKELMA 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	LOKELMA	VELTASSA
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	SODIUM ZIRCONIUM CYCLOSILICATE	PATIROMER SORBITEX CALCIUM
Manufacturer	Astrazeneca	Vifor Intl
Dosage forms	Powder	Powder
Drug class	—	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Hyperkalemia	Hyperkalemia

lokelma veltassa

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

SODIUM ZIRCONIUM CYCLOSILICATE

PATIROMER SORBITEX CALCIUM

Manufacturer

Astrazeneca

Vifor Intl

Dosage forms

Powder

Drug class

—

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Hyperkalemia

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Lokelma and Veltassa?

Lokelma contains Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicate, 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.