Lanthonate 500mg Tablet

Lanthanum Carbonate (500mg)

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Lanthonate 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.

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Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 01 Jan 2026 | 09:03 PM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Lanthanum Carbonate (500mg)

Marketer

Micro Labs Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Lanthonate 500mg Tablet is used to control the levels of phosphate in the blood of adult kidney failure patients on dialysis

Uses of Lanthonate Tablet

High phosphate levels in blood

Benefits of Lanthonate 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. Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate

Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Nausea

How to use Lanthonate 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. Lanthonate 500mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How Lanthonate Tablet works

Lanthonate 500mg Tablet inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lower the phosphate levels in the blood.

Quick tips

Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 500mg Tablet.
Inform your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, constipation, pain in the abdomen, or if you have undergone any major stomach surgery.
Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 500mg 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 Lanthonate 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Lanthonate 500mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lanthonate 500mg Tablet may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving

UNSAFE

Lanthonate 500mg Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Dizziness and vertigo (a feeling of dizziness or “spinning”) are uncommon side effects reported by patients taking Lanthonate 500mg Tablet

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lanthonate 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Lanthonate 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

What is Lanthonate 500mg Tablet used for?

Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 500mg Tablet?

Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 500mg Tablet cause?

Some patients taking Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 500mg Tablet interfere with medical tests?

Yes, Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 500mg Tablet?

Serious side effects of Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 500mg Tablet be taken long-term?

Yes, many patients with kidney disease take Lanthonate 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.

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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Name: Micro Labs Ltd
Address: Plot no 37 (CA) 147-151 , 279-281 ,Ground Mezzanine , 1st & 2nd Floor K.I.A.D.B JIgani Bomasandra , Link Road, Bangalore - 562106, India || Mamring Namthang Road, Namchi-737132, Sikkim || 27, RACE COURSE ROAD, BANGALORE-560 001, INDIA

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Lanthonate Tablet

Benefits of Lanthonate Tablet

Side effects of Lanthonate Tablet

How to use Lanthonate Tablet

How Lanthonate Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is Lanthonate 500mg Tablet used for?

Who should not take Lanthonate 500mg Tablet?

What serious stomach problems can Lanthonate 500mg Tablet cause?

Can Lanthonate 500mg Tablet interfere with medical tests?

What are the serious side effects of Lanthonate 500mg Tablet?

Can Lanthonate 500mg Tablet be taken long-term?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Calcium

Phosphorus, Serum

Phosphorus, Urine

References

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