Fosbait 250mg Tablet

Lanthanum Carbonate (250mg)

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Fosbait 250mg Tablet is used to treat increased phosphate level in the blood. It is used in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease. It inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lower the phosphate levels in the blood.

Written By Dr. Swati Mishra, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 27 Jan 2026 | 01:23 PM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Lanthanum Carbonate (250mg)

Marketer

Panacea Biotec Pharma Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Fosbait 250mg Tablet is used to control the levels of phosphate in the blood of adult kidney failure patients on dialysis

Uses of Fosbait Tablet

High phosphate levels in blood

Benefits of Fosbait Tablet

High phosphate levels in blood
High phosphate levels in the blood (also known as hyperphosphatemia) commonly occur in people with chronic kidney disease, where the kidneys are unable to properly filter out excess phosphate. Fosbait 250mg Tablet is used to manage this condition. It helps by binding to phosphate from food in the digestive tract, preventing its absorption into the bloodstream. This helps maintain healthier phosphate levels and reduces the risk of complications related to bone and heart health.

Side effects of Fosbait Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fosbait

Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Nausea

How to use Fosbait Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fosbait 250mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How Fosbait Tablet works

Fosbait 250mg Tablet inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lower the phosphate levels in the blood.

Quick tips

Fosbait 250mg Tablet is used to control blood phosphate level in patients that are on dialysis treatment.
You must take it with food and stick to the diet prescribed by your doctor.
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 medicine 1 hour before or 3 hours after taking Fosbait 250mg Tablet.
Inform your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, constipation, pain in the abdomen, or if you have undergone any major stomach surgery.
Fosbait 250mg Tablet is used to control blood phosphate level in patients that are on dialysis treatment.
You must take it with food and stick to the diet prescribed by your doctor.
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 medicine 1 hour before or 3 hours after taking Fosbait 250mg Tablet.
Inform your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, constipation, pain in the abdomen, or if you have undergone any major stomach surgery.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fosbait 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fosbait 250mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Fosbait 250mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Fosbait 250mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Dizziness and vertigo (a feeling of dizziness or “spinning”) are uncommon side effects reported by patients taking Fosbait 250mg Tablet

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fosbait 250mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Fosbait 250mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

What is Fosbait 250mg Tablet used for?

Fosbait 250mg Tablet is a phosphate binder used in people with end-stage kidney disease. It helps reduce high phosphate levels in the blood, which dialysis alone cannot fully control, and lowers the risk of bone and heart complications caused by excess phosphate.

Who should not take Fosbait 250mg Tablet?

Fosbait 250mg Tablet should not be used by people who are allergic to lanthanum carbonate or any ingredients present in it. It is also contraindicated in patients with blocked intestines, severe constipation, or fecal impaction.

What serious stomach problems can Fosbait 250mg Tablet cause?

Some patients taking Fosbait 250mg Tablet have developed serious bowel problems, including intestinal blockage, perforation, and severe constipation. These may require hospitalization or surgery. Patients with bowel disease, prior stomach surgery, or slow gut movement are at higher risk.

Can Fosbait 250mg Tablet interfere with medical tests?

Yes, Fosbait 250mg Tablet is radio-opaque, meaning it can appear on abdominal X-rays or scans like a contrast agent. This can sometimes be mistaken for another medical issue unless doctors know you are taking this medicine.

What are the serious side effects of Fosbait 250mg Tablet?

Serious side effects of Fosbait 250mg Tablet may include severe abdominal pain, vomiting, constipation that does not go away, black stools, swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing, or signs of an allergic reaction. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of these symptoms.

Can Fosbait 250mg Tablet be taken long-term?

Yes, many patients with kidney disease take Fosbait 250mg Tablet long-term to control phosphate levels. Regular monitoring of blood phosphate, calcium, and other laboratory tests is required to ensure safe and effective treatment.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Organic carbonic acids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

BLOOD RELATED

Action Class

Phosphorus Binders

Related lab tests

Calcium

Phosphorus, Serum

Phosphorus, Urine

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 778-79.
Lanthanum carbonate hydrate. London, England: Shire Pharmaceuticals Limited; 2006 [revised 6 Sep. 2017]. [Accessed 6 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Lanthanum Carbonate. Shire Way, Lexington: Shire US Inc.; 2004 [revised Feb. 2016]. [Accessed 6 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 6 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Marketer details

Name: Panacea Biotec Pharma Ltd
Address: B-1,Extn/A-27,Mohan Co-operative Industrial Estate Mathura Road, New Delhi-110044

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Fosbait Tablet

Benefits of Fosbait Tablet

Side effects of Fosbait Tablet

How to use Fosbait Tablet

How Fosbait Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is Fosbait 250mg Tablet used for?

Who should not take Fosbait 250mg Tablet?

What serious stomach problems can Fosbait 250mg Tablet cause?

Can Fosbait 250mg Tablet interfere with medical tests?

What are the serious side effects of Fosbait 250mg Tablet?

Can Fosbait 250mg Tablet be taken long-term?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Calcium

Phosphorus, Serum

Phosphorus, Urine

References

User feedback

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