Lanum Tablet is a medicine used to treat high phosphate levels in the blood. It helps to lower the phosphate levels in the blood and prevents complications, particularly in people with kidney failure who are on dialysis and are unable to get rid of excess phosphate levels.
Lanum Tablet should be taken with food. Take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on the severity of your condition. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly. Take it for as long as the doctor has prescribed for maximum benefits.
The most common side effects of this medicine are increased calcium levels in the blood, nausea, and diarrhea. If you are bothered by these or experience any other symptoms on taking this medicine, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways of reducing or preventing them.
Earlier taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking, if any. While on treatment with this medicine, avoid taking additional calcium supplements unless your doctor has told you to. You may need frequent medical tests to monitor the effectiveness of the medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking the medicine.
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. Lanum 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 youβre worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Lanum
Increased calcium level in blood
Nausea
Diarrhea
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lanum Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Lanum 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
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lanum Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lanum Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Lanum Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
FAQs:
When should you not use Lanum Tablet?
This medicine should not be used if you already have high calcium levels in your blood. Your doctor will advise you to get a blood test done before starting your treatment with Lanum Tablet.
Does Lanum Tablet increase calcium levels?
Affirmative, Lanum Tablet might increase the calcium levels in your blood. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms like upset stomach, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, constipation, muscle weakness, bone pain, and lack of energy. Your doctor might change your dose or prescribe you another medicine.
Can I take antacid along with Lanum Tablet?
It is advisable to avoid taking antacids containing calcium along with Lanum Tablet. Donate a gap of atleast 2 hours between the medications.
Can I take antibiotics with Lanum Tablet?
Avoid taking antibiotics along with this medicine since it can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth.
Can Lanum Tablet be used during breastfeeding?
Lanum Tablet contains calcium acetate and is excreted in human milk. Breastfeeding by a<br>mother taking this medicine is not expected to harm an infant, provided maternal serum calcium levels are appropriately monitored.
What happens if I miss a dose of Lanum Tablet?
If you happen to miss a dose of Lanum Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication.
When should you not use Lanum Tablet?
This medicine should not be used if you already have high calcium levels in your blood. Your doctor will advise you to get a blood test done before starting your treatment with Lanum Tablet.
Does Lanum Tablet increase calcium levels?
Affirmative, Lanum Tablet might increase the calcium levels in your blood. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms like upset stomach, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, constipation, muscle weakness, bone pain, and lack of energy. Your doctor might change your dose or prescribe you another medicine.
Can I take antacid along with Lanum Tablet?
It is advisable to avoid taking antacids containing calcium along with Lanum Tablet. Donate a gap of atleast 2 hours between the medications.
Can I take antibiotics with Lanum Tablet?
Avoid taking antibiotics along with this medicine since it can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth.
Can Lanum Tablet be used during breastfeeding?
Lanum Tablet contains calcium acetate and is excreted in human milk. Breastfeeding by a<br>mother taking this medicine is not expected to harm an infant, provided maternal serum calcium levels are appropriately monitored.
What happens if I miss a dose of Lanum Tablet?
If you happen to miss a dose of Lanum Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication.
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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