Lanthonate 500mg Tablet

Last Updated: March 31st, 2026

Lanthonate 500mg Tablet is a product of Micro Labs Ltd

Composition: Lanthanum Carbonate (500mg)

₹ 210.00

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

Description:

Lanthonate 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.

Lanthonate 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. Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate

Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Nausea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Lanthonate 500mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lanthonate 500mg Tablet may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving

UNSAFE

Lanthonate 500mg Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Dizziness and vertigo (a feeling of dizziness or “spinning”) are uncommon side effects reported by patients taking Lanthonate 500mg Tablet

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lanthonate 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

FAQs:

What is Lanthonate 500mg Tablet used for?

Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 500mg Tablet?

Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 500mg Tablet cause?

Some patients taking Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 500mg Tablet interfere with medical tests?

Affirmative, Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 500mg Tablet?

Earnest side effects of Lanthonate 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 Lanthonate 500mg Tablet be taken long-term?

Affirmative, many patients with kidney disease take Lanthonate 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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