NCIt related terms : POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, UNSPECIFIED FORM;
NCIt definition : An inorganic compound used as a laxative, dietary supplement and for electrolyte-replacement
purposes. Phosphate, a predominant intracellular anion, plays an important role in
energy storage, osteoblastic and osteoclastic activities, regulating serum calcium
concentrations and numerous cellular phosphate-transfer reactions. Potassium phosphate
increases fluidity of the intestinal contents by retention of water by osmotic forces,
thereby indirectly inducing intestinal smooth muscle constriction.;