Foschek 500mg Tablet
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Foschek 500mg 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.
Foschek 500mg Tablet is used to control the levels of phosphate in the blood of adult kidney failure patients on dialysis
Uses of Foschek Tablet
Benefits of Foschek Tablet
In 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. Foschek 500mg 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 Foschek 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 Foschek
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
How to use Foschek 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. Foschek 500mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.
How Foschek Tablet works
Foschek 500mg Tablet inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lower the phosphate levels in the blood.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Foschek 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Foschek 500mg 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 Foschek 500mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Foschek 500mg 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 Foschek 500mg Tablet
Dizziness and vertigo (a feeling of dizziness or “spinning”) are uncommon side effects reported by patients taking Foschek 500mg Tablet
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Foschek 500mg 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 Foschek 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.
What if you forget to take Foschek Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Foschek 500mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Foschek 500mg 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 Foschek 500mg Tablet.
- Inform your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, constipation, pain in the abdomen, or if you have undergone any major stomach surgery.
- Foschek 500mg 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 Foschek 500mg Tablet.
- Inform your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, constipation, pain in the abdomen, or if you have undergone any major stomach surgery.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Organic carbonic acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Phosphorus Binders
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Foschek Tablet for?
High phosphat*
100%
*High phosphate levels in blood
How much was the improvement?
Poor
100%
What were the side-effects while using Foschek 500mg Tablet?
Flatulence
100%
FAQs
What is Foschek 500mg Tablet used for?
Foschek 500mg 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 Foschek 500mg Tablet?
Foschek 500mg 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 Foschek 500mg Tablet cause?
Some patients taking Foschek 500mg 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 Foschek 500mg Tablet interfere with medical tests?
Yes, Foschek 500mg 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 Foschek 500mg Tablet?
Serious side effects of Foschek 500mg 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 Foschek 500mg Tablet be taken long-term?
Yes, many patients with kidney disease take Foschek 500mg 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.
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