Fosrenol Dosage & Drug Information

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Contents

Lanthanum carbonate

Indications/Uses

Used in the control of hyperphosphatemia in chronic renal failure patients on haemodialysis or continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD).

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult, including elderly (>65 yr) Control of serum phosphate level Starting dose: 750 mg. Maintenance dose: 1,500-3,000 mg. Max: 3,750 mg/day.

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Administration

Should be taken with food: Take w/ or immediately after meals. Chew thoroughly before swallowing. Do not swallow whole.

Contraindications

Hypophosphatemia.

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Special Precautions

Acute peptic ulcer, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease or bowel obstruction; hepatic impairment, renal insufficiency. Long-term use (>2 yr).

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Adverse Reactions

Abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, flatulence, nausea & vomiting.

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Drug Interactions

Chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, ketoconazole; tetracycline, doxycycline, floxacins.

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MIMS Class

Antidotes & Detoxifying Agents

ATC Classification

V03AE03 - lanthanum carbonate ; Belongs to the class of drugs used in the treatment of hyperkalemia and hyperphosphatemia.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Fosrenol chewable tab 500 mg

Packing/Price

45's (Rp810,000/pak)

Fosrenol

lanthanum carbonate

Manufacturer:

Fahrenheit