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A ALIMENTARY TRACT AND METABOLISM
A12 MINERAL SUPPLEMENTS

This group contains mineral supplements used for treatment of mineral deficiency. All parenteral solutions of electrolytes are classified in B05B or in B05X. Magnesium carbonate used for treatment of mineral deficiency is classified in A02AA01.


A12C OTHER MINERAL SUPPLEMENTS

This group comprises other minerals.
See also B05 - Blood substitutes and perfusion solutions.


A12CD Fluoride

This group comprises preparations used e.g. in the treatment of osteoporosis. Fluoride used in caries prophylaxis, see A01AA - Caries prophylatic agents.
Bisphosphonates are classified in M05B.
Calcitonin is classified in H05BA.
Calcium preparations are classified in A12A.
Combinations with calcium are classified here.

The DDD is based on treatment of osteoporosis.


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