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FosrenolĀ®


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FosrenolĀ® is an antidote to blood phosphate.

Active substances

lanthanum


Application

FosrenolĀ® is used to control the phosphate concentration in the blood in patients who are in dialysis due to chronic renal failure.


Dosage

Available as chewable tablets and oral powder.

  • Adults. The dose is individual and depends on the phosphate concentration in the blood.

Note:

  • The tablets should be consumed throughout the day along with the meals.
  • The tablets should be chewed thoroughly or crushed and taken with a spoonful of food.
  • The powder is dispensed into a small amount of soft food (eg mash) and consumed within a maximum of 15 minutes.

possible side effects

Very common (over 10%)

Diarrhea, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Vomiting

Headache

Allergic skin reactions

Common (1-10%)

Indigestion, Constipation, Air from the intestine

Too little calcium in the blood

Uncommon (0.1-1%)

Temporary blockage of the intestine, oral inflammation, dental genes, intestinal lymphatic system disorders

Inflammation of the throat, fluid accumulation in eg arms and legs

Elevated blood sugar, Increased calcium in the blood

Bone cramps, joint pain

Dizziness

Hair Loss

Rare (0.01-0.1%)

Hole on the intestine



Pregnancy

Should not be used due to lack of knowledge.

breastfeeding

Should not be used due to lack of knowledge.

Traffic

No warning.

Blood donor

Do not drop. If you can lose, however, depends on your illness.

effect

Works by binding to phosphate in the intestine. This prevents phosphate from the feed from being taken into the bloodstream.


Pharmaceutical forms

chewable. 1 chewable tablet contains 500 mg, 750 mg or 1,000 mg lanthanum (as carbonate hydrate).

Oral powder. 1 letter contains 750 mg or 1,000 mg lanthanum (as carbonate hydrate).


Special warnings

The drug should be used with caution at

  • acute gastric ulcer
  • bleeding colonitis
  • Crohn's disease
  • very poor working liver.

Using other medicines

It is important to inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking.
  • FosrenolĀ® may reduce the effects of itraconazole (fungicide), certain antibiotics (fluorquinolones) and levothyroxine (metabolism hormone).

Grants, delivery, packages and prices

subsidiesextraditionDispensing form and strengthPackingPrice in kr.
May only be delivered once after the same prescription unless the recipient has stated on the prescription, how many times and with what time intervals additional extradition must take placechewable tablets 500 mg90 pcs1.753,55
May only be delivered once after the same prescription unless the recipient has stated on the prescription, how many times and with what time intervals additional extradition must take placechewable tablets500 mgEuroPharmaDK90 pcs.1.542,45
May only be delivered once after the same prescription unless the recipient has stated on the prescription, how many times and with what time intervals additional extradition must take placechewable tablets750 mg90 pcs.2.332,00
May only be delivered once after the same prescription unless the recipient has stated on the prescription, how many times and with what time intervals additional extradition must take placechewable tablets750 mgAbacus90 pcs.2.358,15
May only be delivered once after the same prescription unless the recipient has stated on the prescription, how many times and with what time intervals additional extradition must take placechewable tablets 1000 mg90 pcs.3.091,90
May only be delivered once after the same prescription unless the recipient has stated on the prescription, how many times and with what time intervals additional extradition must take placechewable tablets1000 mgEuroPharmaDK90 pcs.2.897,45
May only be delivered once after the same prescription unless the recipient has stated on the prescription, how many times and with what time intervals additional extradition must take placechewable tablets1000 mgAbacus90 pcs.2.897,45
May only be delivered once after the same prescription unless the recipient has stated on the prescription, how many times and with what time intervals additional extradition must take placeoral powder750 mg90 pcs.2.332,00
May only be delivered once after the same prescription unless the recipient has stated on the prescription, how many times and with what time intervals additional extradition must take placeoral powder 1000 mg90 pcs.3.091,90



FosrenolĀ®

FAQ - 💬

❓ What type of medication is Fosrenol?

👉 FOSRENOL is a phosphate binder indicated to reduce serum phosphate in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD).

❓ When should I take Fosrenol?

👉 You should take Fosrenol with, or immediately after food. Side effects such as nausea and vomiting are more likely if you take Fosrenol before your meal. The tablets must be chewed completely and not swallowed whole. To aid with chewing, the tablets may be crushed.

❓ Is there a generic for Fosrenol?

👉 Lanthanum (Fosrenol) is available as a generic medication and may be significantly cheaper compared to the brand version.

❓ What is the medication lanthanum used for?

👉 Lanthanum is used to treat hyperphosphatemia (too much phosphate in the blood) in patients with end stage kidney disease who are on dialysis.

❓ Does Fosrenol have a copay card?

❓ Is Fosrenol calcium based?

❓ How do you take Fosrenol powder?

❓ Is lanthanum harmful to humans?

❓ How much does lanthanum cost?

❓ How much does fosrenol cost?

❓ What is a binder for dialysis?

❓ What are the strengths of Fosrenol tablets?

👉 FOSRENOL Chewable Tablets FOSRENOLis supplied as a chewable tablet in three dosage strengths for oral administration: 500 mg tablets, 750 mg tablets, and 1000 mg tablets.

❓ What is Fosrenol used for?

👉 What is Fosrenol? Fosrenol (lanthanum) prevents the body from absorbing phosphate, allowing it to be removed from the body. Fosrenol is used to lower phosphate levels in patients with end stage kidney disease . High levels of phosphate can make it hard for your body to absorb calcium, which can cause serious medical problems.

❓ What are the excipients in Fosrenol chewable tablets?

👉 Chewable tablets also contain on average 1599 mg of dextrates, containing glucose. Fosrenol 1000 mg chewable tablets: Chewable tablets also contain on average 2132 mg of dextrates, containing glucose. For the full list of excipients, see section 6.1. 3. Pharmaceutical form Chewable tablet. Fosrenol 500 mg chewable tablets:

❓ Can Fosrenol be taken in liquid form?

👉 Because Fosrenol Oral Powder is insoluble, do not attempt to dissolve in liquid for administration. Consider using the oral powder formulation in patients with poor dentition or who have difficulty chewing tablets. Fosrenol Chewable Tablets: 500 mg, 750 mg, and 1,000 mg. Fosrenol Oral Powder: 750 mg and 1,000 mg.


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