Fosrenol Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more
Trade Name | Fosrenol |
Availability | Prescription only |
Generic | lanthanum |
Related Drugs | sucralfate, Carafate, sevelamer, Renvela, Auryxia, Velphoro |
Weight | 1000mg, 750mg, 500mg, |
Type | Tablet, Oral Powder For Reconstitution, Oral Tablet, Chewable |
Therapeutic Class | |
Manufacturer | Shire Pharmaceuticals Limited, Shire Pharmaceuticals Contracts Ltd |
Available Country | Canada, United Kingdom, United States, Netherlands, Portugal, |
Last Updated: | January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am |
Food Interaction
[Moderate] GENERALLY AVOID: Lanthanum carbonate should be administered with food for therapeutic efficacy.
However, it is insoluble in water (
MANAGEMENT: Administration of Fosrenol carbonate with enteral feedings is not recommended.
Alternative medications such as calcium carbonate suspension should be considered.
Disease Interaction
Major: bowel obstructionModerate: gastrointestinal disease