Fosbait

Fosbait 500 Chewable 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.

Fosbait 500 Chewable 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.

Some patients taking Fosbait 500 Chewable 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.

Yes, Fosbait 500 Chewable 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.

Serious side effects of Fosbait 500 Chewable 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.

Yes, many patients with kidney disease take Fosbait 500 Chewable 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.