FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET belongs to a group of medications called 'phosphate binder' (which decreases the level of phosphate in the body). It is primarily used to control high phosphate levels in the body (hyperphosphataemia) in adult patients, who are on dialysis (a blood clearance technique), patients undergoing hemodialysis (using a blood filtration machine) and patients with lifelong kidney disease. It is also used for the treatment of bone disease.

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET contains 'Lanthanum' which reduces the absorption of phosphate by binding phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract and decreasing absorption. It makes insoluble complexes in the GI tract that passes through the body without any absorption. It effectively reduces excess phosphate levels in the blood and prevents the unsafe build-up of phosphate in your body, helps to keep your bones strong and decreases the risk of heart disease and strokes. 

Take FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take $ame as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition. A person taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET often experiences side effects that include vomiting, upper abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, stomach ache, indigestion, and flatulence. Although, not every person faces the side effects of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET and even some of the unpleasant effects of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET do not require medical attention. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

The use of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET is restricted in persons who have a known history of allergic to any of the ingredients present in this medicine, have low levels of phosphate in their blood, bowel obstruction. FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET contains lactose (milk sugar). If you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET. Tell your doctor if you are facing swallowing problems, motility (movement) in your stomach and bowel, being sick frequently, active inflammation of the bowel,  have undergone major surgery on your stomach or bowel, or have serious inflammatory bowel disease. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET.

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET is a natural mineral that acts by binding with the phosphate present in foods that a person eats. It works by binding phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract and decreases its absorption. Thus, lowers the phosphate concentration in the body. It effectively reduces excess phosphate levels in the blood and prevents the unsafe buildup of phosphate in your body, helps to keep your bones strong and decreases the risk of heart disease and strokes. FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET controls hyperphosphataemia (high blood phosphate levels) in adult patients on dialysis (a blood clearance technique), patients undergoing hemodialysis (using a blood filtration machine) or peritoneal dialysis (where the fluid is pumped into the abdomen and an internal body membrane filters the blood) and patients with chronic kidney disease.

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Severe stomach pain, bloating or tenderness

You should avoid taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET if you are allergic to FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET. Speak to your doctor if you have swallowing disorders, digestive tract surgery or severe constipation, have undergone major surgery on your stomach or bowel, serious inflammatory bowel disease. It should be used with caution if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET should not be recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET as it might cause unpleasant side effects. The safety and effectiveness in children less than 6 years of age have not been established, so FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET should not be given to them. FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET contains lactose (milk sugar). If you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET. Regular monitoring of serum phosphate levels, vitamin D, A, E, K, and folic acid is advised while taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET.

Drug-Drug Interaction: FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET interact with antibiotics (ciprofloxacin), immunosuppressive agents (mycophenolate), thyroid medications  (levothyroxine) and medication used to treat bladder cancer (erdafitinib).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid taking high-phosphate additives and alcohol as this makes it harder for your body to absorb FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET and increases side effects. Using FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET together with multivitamins with minerals may decrease the effects of multivitamins with minerals. So, multivitamins with minerals should be administered at least 4 hours before FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET.

Drug-Disease Interaction: The use of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET is restricted in people with hypophosphatemia (low phosphate level in blood), bowel obstruction and perforation and severe liver disease.

• MYCOPHENOLATE SODIUM
• LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM
• ERDAFITINIB
• CIPROFLOXACIN+BORIC ACID

• Take fresh fruits, vegetables, rice, milk, un-enriched, corn and rice cereals and soda without phosphate additives in your regular diet.
• Avoid or limit high phosphorus addictive foods (processed meats, instant puddings, sauces, spreadable cheeses and beverage products).
•  Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET as it can make you dehydrated and may increase the side effects. 
• Make sure you drink plenty of fluids. This will help you clear out the extra phosphate, and will help you overcome some.
• FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET is preferably taken with meals as it can bind to dietary phosphate and prevents its absorption into the bloodstream. Drink it with a full glass of water.

• Please regularly monitor your serum phosphate levels, vitamin D, A, E, K and folic acid while taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET.
• Do not stop taking the FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET until your doctor says so.
• Do not use FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET if you have a history of bowel obstruction.

Hyperphosphatemia (high phosphate level in blood) is often a complication of chronic kidney disease. Phosphate is an important electrolyte it strengthens your bones, teeth and produces energy.  When phosphate level increase in your blood due to kidney impairment (the kidney does not remove extra phosphate from the body) can cause muscle problems and increase your risk for weak bones, heart attacks and strokes. It is more common in people with chronic kidney disease and people on dialysis. Increased levels of serum phosphorus can also lead to hard deposits in the blood vessels (calcification). It can stiffen your blood vessels and make it harder for blood to be pumped whole the body organ. Symptoms of increased blood phosphorus include itchy skin, red eyes, bone pain and fractures.