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COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Fosrenol

USES: What is lanthanum carbonate used for? Lanthanum carbonate is commonly used to lower phosphorus levels in the blood if you have a condition called end-stage renal disease (ESRD). In ESRD, your kidneys can’t remove phosphorus as well as usual, so high levels of phosphorus can build up in the body. This can lead to problems, such as making the bones weaker. Lanthanum carbonate may also be used for other conditions as determined by your healthcare provider. How does lanthanum carbonate work (mechanism of action)? Lanthanum carbonate attaches to phosphate in the gut and helps prevent it from being absorbed. This lowers phosphate levels in the blood. How is lanthanum carbonate supplied (dosage forms)? Lanthanum carbonate is available as Fosrenol and generic lanthanum carbonate in the following dosage forms that are taken by mouth. 500 mg chewable tablets 750 mg chewable tablets 1000 mg chewable tablets 750 mg oral powder 1000 mg oral powder Ho...