Name: Lanthonate
Creator: Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy

Lanthonate is a phosphate binder, prescribed to reduce serum phosphate in patients with end stage renal disease. It blocks the absorption of phosphate in the body.

Lanthonate Tablet Micro Labs Ltd (India) Generic : Lanthanum Carbonate	₹ 80.00 250mg 10 Tablets

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Drug information on Lanthonate (Lanthanum Carbonate) from Micro Labs Ltd (India)

Drug Name : Lanthanum Carbonate

Lanthanum Carbonate(Fosrenol) generic Lanthonate is a phosphate binder, prescribed to reduce serum phosphate in patients with end stage renal disease. It blocks the absorption of phosphate in the body.
More Info about Lanthanum Carbonate

Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)
Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team on February, 2, 2017

Medical condition(s) for which Lanthonate may be prescribed

Chronic Renal Failure

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

PO- Initial dose is 750 mg to 1.5 g/day in divided doses.

Side effects of Lanthonate

Gastrointestinal : Stomach upset, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea and constipation.

Miscellaneous : Problems with the dialysis graft, headache, dizziness and blurred vision.

How to use Lanthonate?

It comes as a chewable tablet to take by mouth with food.

When Should Lanthonate not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Warnings and Precautions for Lanthonate

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.

Other Precautions for Lanthonate

Avoid excess dosage.

Storage Conditions for Lanthonate

Store it at controlled room temperature (59° to 86°F). Protect from moisture.

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