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Natcolan Tablet 500mg 45.0 tablets in 1 bottle

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Natcolan Tablet 500mg is a product of Natco Pharma Ltd

Composition: Lanthanum Carbonate (500mg)

Pack of 45 tablet

₹ 1265

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All Details About Natcolan Tablet 500mg

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

Description:

Natcolan Tablet 500mg 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.

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

Uses:

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. Natcolan Tablet 500mg is to be taken with 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 Natcolan

  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Natcolan Tablet 500mg. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Natcolan Tablet 500mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Natcolan Tablet 500mg is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Natcolan Tablet 500mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Dizziness and vertigo (a feeling of dizziness or “spinning”) are uncommon side effects reported by patients taking Natcolan Tablet 500mg
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Natcolan Tablet 500mg is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Natcolan Tablet 500mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Natcolan Tablet 500mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

What is Natcolan Tablet 500mg used for?

Natcolan Tablet 500mg 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 Natcolan Tablet 500mg?

Natcolan Tablet 500mg 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 Natcolan Tablet 500mg cause?

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

Affirmative, Natcolan Tablet 500mg 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 Natcolan Tablet 500mg?

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

Affirmative, many patients with kidney disease take Natcolan Tablet 500mg 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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