Lanthonate

Lanthonate (Lanthanum Carbonate) is prescribed to patients who have a kidney disease and are on dialysis. It works to reduce the high levels of phosphate in the blood.

How much Lanthonate (Lanthanum Carbonate) you take and how often will depend upon your medical condition. Take the chewable tablets strictly as directed by your physician, with meals. Do not alter your dose or suddenly stop taking Lanthonate without consulting your physician beforehand, even if you are feeling better. If you do, your symptoms may get worse and increase the risk of unwanted side effects.

As with all medications, Lanthonate (Lanthanum Carbonate) has the potential to cause side effects in some patients. Common side effects include diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pain, a runny nose, nausea, sneezing, a dialysis graft blockage, hypotension, and difficulty using your bowel. If you experience these symptoms continue taking your medication and contact your physician.

Do not take Lanthonate (Lanthanum Carbonate) if you are allergic to it or to any of its ingredients.

Tell your physician if you have allergies to any other medications, dyes, food, preservatives, or any other substances, if you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or breastfeeding, and what other prescription, nonprescription, or herbal and dietary supplements you are taking.

Tobacco, certain foods, and alcohol may interact with this medicine, so discuss with your physician your use of these substances while taking this medication.

Tell your physician if you have a bowel obstruction or any other gastrointestinal tract problems, Crohn`s disease, a stomach ulcer, or an inflammatory disease of the colon.