Lanthonate 500mg Tablet
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Product introduction
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.
Lanthonate 500mg Tablet should be taken with food. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it regularly and at a fixed time each day to get maximum benefit of the medicine.
Using of Lanthonate 500mg Tablet may cause side effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation and diarrhea. If you experience any other symptoms which you think may be caused due to the medicine, inform your doctor.
Lanthonate 500mg Tablet should be taken with food. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it regularly and at a fixed time each day to get maximum benefit of the medicine.
Using of Lanthonate 500mg Tablet may cause side effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation and diarrhea. If you experience any other symptoms which you think may be caused due to the medicine, inform your doctor.
Uses of Lanthonate Tablet
Benefits of Lanthonate 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. 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 is to be taken with food.
How Lanthonate Tablet works
Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lanthonate 500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lanthonate 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lanthonate 500mg Tablet may cause side effects which 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
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 available suggests that dose adjustment of Lanthonate 500mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Lanthonate 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Lanthonate Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Lanthonate 500mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
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No substitutes found for this medicine
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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Organic carbonic acid derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Phosphorus Binders
Patient concerns
FAQs
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.
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Address: 27, RACE COURSE ROAD, BANGALORE-560 001, INDIA
Country of origin: India
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