Lanthanum Carbonate is generally used in treatment of the treatment of increased phosphate levels in blood. It is generally used in treatment of patients with kidney problems and on dialysis.
Side effects
Abdominal pain
Constipation
Decreased calcium level in blood
Diarrhoea
Dyspepsia
Flatulence
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Lanthanum Carbonate, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Lanthanum Carbonate is to be taken with food.
How it works
Lanthanum Carbonate inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lower the phosphate levels in the blood.
Expert Advice
Lanthanum Carbonate is used to control blood phosphate level in patients that are on dialysis treatment.Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.You may develop low levels of calcium, folic acid, and vitamins A,D,E, and K in your blood. Your doctor may prescribe supplements, if necessary.Avoid taking any other medicines within 1 hour before or 3 hours after you take Lanthanum Carbonate.Inform your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, constipation, pain in the abdomen, or if you have undergone major surgery on your stomach.
Product Details
SKU: PC-26857 Product Description: Fosbait 250 mg {Con} Tablet is manufactured by Panacea Biotec Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.