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Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's

Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's

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Composition

LANTHANUM-500MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's

Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's 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 500 Tablet 30's 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 500 Tablet 30's 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 500 Tablet 30's 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 500 Tablet 30's and even some of the unpleasant effects of Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's do not require medical attention. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

The use of Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's 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 500 Tablet 30's contains lactose (milk sugar). If you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's. 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 500 Tablet 30's.

Uses of Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's

Hyperphosphatemia (high phosphorus level in blood)

Medicinal Benefits

Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's 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 500 Tablet 30's 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.

Directions for Use

Take Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's as advised by your doctor. Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Chewable tablet: Chew the tablet completely and swallow. Do not swallow it as a whole.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's

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

Drug Warnings

You should avoid taking Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's if you are allergic to Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's. 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 500 Tablet 30's should not be recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's 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 500 Tablet 30's should not be given to them. Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's contains lactose (milk sugar). If you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's. Regular monitoring of serum phosphate levels, vitamin D, A, E, K, and folic acid is advised while taking Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's 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 500 Tablet 30's and increases side effects. Using Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's 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 500 Tablet 30's.

Drug-Disease Interaction: The use of Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's is restricted in people with hypophosphatemia (low phosphate level in blood), bowel obstruction and perforation and severe liver disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • 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 500 Tablet 30's 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 500 Tablet 30's 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.

Special Advise

  • Please regularly monitor your serum phosphate levels, vitamin D, A, E, K and folic acid while taking Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's.
  • Do not stop taking the Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's until your doctor says so.
  • Do not use Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's if you have a history of bowel obstruction.

Disease/Condition Glossary

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.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ambala- Chandigarh Highway, Lalru – 140501, Punjab
Other Info - FOS0021

FAQs

High phosphate levels in blood generally happen due to kidney disorders that may affect the levels of calcium and the body starts working in an opposite manner. As phosphate levels rise, calcium levels will fall.
It is advised to avoid foods that are already high in phosphorus like dairy foods, oatmeal, beans, lentils, nuts, bran cereals, colas and other drinks with phosphate additives.
Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's is in a class of medications called phosphate binders. Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's works by holding onto phosphate from the diet so that it can pass out of your body.
It is advised not to take ciprofloxacin with Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's as it may interfere with the working of Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's and therefore it should not be taken at the same time as Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's.
Yes, it is advised to go for certain lab tests like serum phosphate levels should be monitored regularly while you are taking Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's. The use of Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's may decrease the levels of vitamin D, A, E, K and folic acid and hence the levels need to be monitored during the treatment.
It is advised not to stop taking Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's as it is a phosphate binder, that is used to control the phosphate level in blood. If you stop taking Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's, your phosphate levels may elevate again. Please consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's is Category C pregnancy medicine. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe you Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

The safety of Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's has not been established in breastfeeding women. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will decide whether Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's can be given to breast-feeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or operate any machinery or vehicles.

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Liver

Caution

Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

For children, suspensions containing the contents of Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's are available. The dose needs to be adjusted and recommended by a child specialist only. Fosbait 500 Tablet 30's is not recommended for children younger than 6 years old.