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Lanthanum Carbonate
Latest prescription information about Lanthanum Carbonate. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Lanthanum Carbonate
Pronunciation : Lan-Tha-Num
Trade Name(s):
India- Fosbait Chewtab , Fosend Chewtab , Lanthonate Tab. International- Fosrenol, Foseal. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Hypersensitivity.
When it is to be taken : PO- Initial dose is 750 mg to 1.5 g/day in divided doses. How it should be taken : It comes as a chewable tablet to take by mouth with food. Special Instruction : * It may cause dizziness, drowsiness. Do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * Caution needed while using in patients with history of ulcer, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, bowel obstruction and during pregnancy. Side Effects : Gastrointestinal - Stomach upset, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea and constipation. Miscellaneous - Problems with the dialysis graft, headache, dizziness and blurred vision. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at controlled room temperature (59° to 86°F). Protect from moisture. |
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