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Indications

Fosrenol is a phosphate binder medication used to reduce serum phosphate levels in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and to control hyperphosphatemia (elevated levels of phosphate in the blood) in patients with chronic renal failure on dialysis.

Fosrenol works by binding to the phosphates in food before they can be absorbed, lowering phosphorus levels, and protecting the body from absorbing to much of it.

Use and Dosage

Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start taking lanthanum each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually with or right after meals. Sprinkle the powder on a small amount of applesauce or soft food and swallow the mixture right away. Do not open the powder packet until you are ready to use it. Do not store the drug/food mixture for future use. Lanthanum powder will not dissolve in liquid.

Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment, and laboratory test results.

Lanthanum may stop some medications from working well if you take them at the same time. Ask your pharmacist if you need to separate the time that you take your other medications from the time that you take lanthanum. See also the Drug Interactions section.

Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea
• Constipation

The side effects brought about by this prescription drug are typically mild and temporary. If the adverse reactions do not get better or get worse, you should hold the medication for a while and consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Severe side effects, like:

• Mental or mood changes
• Unusual muscle spasm/weakness
• Seizures
• Severe abdominal pain
• Severe constipation
• Persistent vomiting
• Fever
• Chills

This is not a complete list of the side effects of this medication.

Cautions

Before you begin taking this oral medication, you should fully disclose your medical history to your physician. This includes any history of bowel obstruction, ulcers, constipation, cancer, kidney disease, or diabetes. Certain medical problems may impact how your body will respond to the medication. Further, you should talk about all the prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, herbal products, or supplements you are taking because of the possible drug interactions with this medication.

Keep an eye out for any allergic reactions while on this treatment. Avoid taking this oral drug if you have a known allergy to lanthanum or any inactive ingredients each chewable tablet may contain. Discontinue medication and immediately alert your local medical emergency line once you encounter signs of hypersensitivity, such as breathing difficulty, severe dizziness, swelling of the face and neck, skin rashes, and itchiness/hives.

There are still no definitive clinical trials to tell whether this oral drug could cause harm to unborn babies and breastfed infants. Thus, pregnant and breastfeeding moms must take this medication only if absolutely necessary.

Form and Strengths

Fosrenol is available in the following form and strengths:

• Fosrenol Chewable Tablet:
  • 250 mg
  • 500 mg
  • 750 mg
  • 1000 mg
• Lanthanum Carbonate Hydrate Chewable Tablet:
  • 500 mg

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.

Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention.

What to avoid?

Avoid taking an antacid within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take Fosrenol.

It may be best to avoid taking any other medications by mouth for several hours before or after you take lanthanum carbonate.

Resources:

1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2011/021468s016lbl.pdf
2. https://www.drugs.com/fosrenol.html
3. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/lookup.cfm?setid=f10776b2-2c25-4343-aabe-68f302e5cb54
4. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-92219-1703/fosrenol-oral/lanthanum-carbonate-powder-oral/details