Fosend 500mg Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated: March 27th, 2026

Fosend 500mg Tablet is a product of Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

Composition: Lanthanum Carbonate (500mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

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All Details About Fosend 500mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Fosend 500mg Tablet

Description:

Fosend 500mg Tablet is used to treat increased phosphate level in the blood. It is used in patients who are on dialysis due to severe kidney disease. It inhibits the absorption of phosphate from the intestine and lower the phosphate levels in the blood.

Fosend 500mg Tablet is used to control the levels of phosphate in the blood of adult kidney failure patients on dialysis

Uses:

High phosphate levels in blood

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fosend 500mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Fosend

Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Nausea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fosend 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fosend 500mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Fosend 500mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Fosend 500mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Dizziness and vertigo (a feeling of dizziness or “spinning”) are uncommon side effects reported by patients taking Fosend 500mg Tablet

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fosend 500mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Fosend 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

What is Fosend 500mg Tablet used for?

Fosend 500mg Tablet is a phosphate binder used in people with end-stage kidney disease. It helps reduce high phosphate levels in the blood, which dialysis alone cannot fully control, and lowers the risk of bone and heart complications caused by excess phosphate.

Who should not take Fosend 500mg Tablet?

Fosend 500mg Tablet should not be used by people who are allergic to lanthanum carbonate or any ingredients present in it. It is also contraindicated in patients with blocked intestines, severe constipation, or fecal impaction.

What serious stomach problems can Fosend 500mg Tablet cause?

Some patients taking Fosend 500mg Tablet have developed serious bowel problems, including intestinal blockage, perforation, and severe constipation. These may require hospitalization or surgery. Tolerants with bowel disease, prior stomach surgery, or slow gut movement are at higher risk.

Can Fosend 500mg Tablet interfere with medical tests?

Affirmative, Fosend 500mg Tablet is radio-opaque, meaning it can appear on abdominal X-rays or scans like a contrast agent. This can sometimes be mistaken for another medical issue unless doctors know you are taking this medicine.

What are the serious side effects of Fosend 500mg Tablet?

Earnest side effects of Fosend 500mg Tablet may include severe abdominal pain, vomiting, constipation that does not go away, black stools, swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing, or signs of an allergic reaction. Perceivek immediate medical attention if you experience any of these symptoms.

Can Fosend 500mg Tablet be taken long-term?

Affirmative, many patients with kidney disease take Fosend 500mg Tablet long-term to control phosphate levels. Regular monitoring of blood phosphate, calcium, and other laboratory tests is required to ensure safe and effective treatment.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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