Fosbait 500mg Tablet 30'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Lanthanum 500 mg
Manufacturer
Mankind Pharma Pvt Ltd
Variant
30 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET contains Lanthanum which belongs to the group of medicines called Phosphate binders. It is used to manage hyperphosphatemia (high levels of phosphate in the blood) in patients with chronic kidney disease. FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with low levels of phosphate (hypophosphatemia), bowel obstruction, ileus, faecal impaction, and severe constipation. FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver or kidney disease. FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use by pregnant and breastfeeding women as it is not known if it can pass through breast milk. FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use by children and adolescents under 18 years of age, as its safety and efficacy are not established. FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients aged 65 years or above. Contact your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET. The most common
Uses
OF FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET Used to manage hyperphosphatemia (high levels of phosphate in the blood) in patients with chronic kidney disease
How It Works
FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET is a phosphate binder that works by binding to dietary phosphorus released from food during digestion, by which it inhibits the absorption of phosphorus by the formation of highly insoluble lanthanum phosphate complexes that cannot easily pass through the gastrointestinal tract wall and are excreted in the faeces. Thus, decreasing phosphate levels in the blood.
Directions for Use
Take FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, itching, and rash. Contact your physician if any of the side effects worsen. USES OF FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET Used to manage hyperphosphatemia (high levels of phosphate in the blood) in patients with chronic kidney disease HOW FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET WORKSFOSBAIT 500MG TABLET is a phosphate binder that works by binding to dietary phosphorus released from food during digestion, by which it inhibits the absorption of phosphorus by the formation of highly insoluble lanthanum phosphate complexes that cannot easily pass through the gastrointestinal tract wall and are excreted in the faeces. Thus, decreasing phosphate levels in the blood. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF FOSBAIT 500MG TABLETCOMMON nausea, vomiting diarrhoea stomach pain headache itching, rash heartburn flatulence hypocalcaemia UNCOMMON tiredness chest pain weakness swollen hands and feet body pains dizziness belching, indigestion inflammation of the stomach and intestines irritable bowel syndrome dry mouth, thirst tooth disorders inflammation of the mouth loose stools increases in certain liver enzymes abnormal phosphate level in the blood joint pain, muscle pain increase in sweat weakening and degeneration of bones lack of appetite or increased appetite laryngitis (inflammation of the larynx) decrease in weight change in taste increased white blood cells hair loss Stop taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET and contact your physician immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: rupture in the intestinal wall (signs include sudden severe stomach pain, bloating, chills, fever, nausea, vomiting, or tenderness in the abdomen) blockage in the intestine, abdominal bloating, abdominal pain, swelling or cramps, severe constipation and vomiting
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYContraindicatedFOSBAIT 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use by pregnant women. Contact your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedFOSBAIT 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use by breastfeeding mothers. Contact your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy or have vertigo (spinning sensation in the head) after taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET. KIDNEYUse with CautionFOSBAIT 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Contact your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET. LIVERUse with CautionFOSBAIT 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with reduced liver function. Contact your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET if you are allergic to Lanthanum or other ingredients in this medicine. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedFOSBAIT 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age as safety and efficacy are not established. Contact your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionFOSBAIT 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients aged 65 years or above. Contact your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET. OTHERSFOSBAIT 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have: low levels of phosphate (hypophosphatemia) bowel obstruction (blockage in the intestine) ileus, and faecal impaction severe constipation Before taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have: stomach or intestinal cancer inflammatory bowel disease ex. crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis biliary obstruction infection or inflammation of the abdomen (peritonitis) stomach or intestinal ulcers blockage of the intestine (bowel obstruction) gastrointestinal perforation slow movement in the intestine (ex. constipation and stomach complications like ileus, sub ileus, diabetic gastroparesis) x-ray of the stomach bone diseases like osteoporosis gastrointestinal endoscopy diverticular disease (infection or inflammation in the intestine)
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: chloroquine, halofantrine (a medicine used for malaria) hydroxychloroquine (a medicine used for rheumatoid arthritis and malaria) ketoconazole (a medicine used to manage fungal infections) tetracycline, doxycycline, ciprofloxacin, ampicillin (medicines used to manage bacterial infections) levothyroxine (a medicine used for hypothyroidism) benazepril, captopril (medicines used for high blood pressure) antacids (medicines used for indigestion) Overdosage: If you or anyone else have accidentally taken too much of FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage include headache, nausea, and vomiting. SYNOPSIS Drug : Lanthanum Pharmacological Category : Phosphate binders Therapeutic Indication : Hyperphosphatemia Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET out of sight and reach from children Store FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Fosbait 500mg Tablet 30'S.
How does FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET work?
FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET is a Phosphate binder that works by binding to dietary phosphorus released from food during digestion, by which it inhibits the absorption of phosphorus by the formation of highly insoluble lanthanum phosphate complexes that cannot easily pass through the gastrointestinal tract wall and are excreted in the faeces. Thus, decreasing phosphate levels.
What is FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET used for?
FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET is used to manage high levels of phosphate in the blood (hyperphosphatemia) in patients with chronic kidney disease. Contact your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET.
Who should not take FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET?
FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with allergic history to lanthanum carbonate or glucose or other sugars, low levels of phosphate (hypophosphatemia), bowel obstruction, ileus, faecal impaction, severe constipation, pregnancy, breastfeeding women, and children and adolescents under 18 years of age. Contact your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET.
What are the side effects of taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET?
The most common side effects of taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, itching, and rash. Contact your physician if any of the side effects worsen.
Can FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET cause gastrointestinal perforation?
Yes. FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET may cause gastrointestinal perforation. Stop taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET and contact your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms like sudden severe stomach pain, bloating, chills, fever, nausea, vomiting, or tenderness in the abdomen.
Does FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET cause constipation?
Yes. FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET may cause constipation. Stop taking FOSBAIT 500MG TABLET and contact your doctor if your symptom gets worse or persists for a longer duration.
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Last Updated
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