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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET is used to treat hyperphosphatemia (high phosphorus level in blood). It contains Lanthanum, which works by binding to the phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract and decreasing its absorption. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as vomiting, upper abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach ache, indigestion, and flatulence. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Synonym :

LANTHANUM CARBONATE

Composition :

LANTHANUM-250MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Panacea Biotec Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET belongs to a group of medications called 'phosphate binder' (which decreases the level of phosphate in the body). It is primarily used to control high phosphate levels in the body (hyperphosphataemia) in adult patients, who are on dialysis (a blood clearance technique), patients undergoing hemodialysis (using a blood filtration machine) and patients with lifelong kidney disease. It is also used for the treatment of bone disease.

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET contains 'Lanthanum,' which reduces phosphate absorption by binding phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract and decreasing absorption. It makes insoluble complexes in the GI tract that pass through the body without any absorption. It effectively reduces excess phosphate levels in the blood and prevents the unsafe build-up of phosphate in the body. It helps to keep bones strong and decreases the risk of heart disease and strokes. 

Take FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take $ame as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition. A person taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET often experiences side effects that include vomiting, upper abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach ache, indigestion, and flatulence. However, not every person faces the side effects of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET, and even some of the unpleasant effects of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET do not require medical attention. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

The use of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET is restricted in persons with a known history of allergy to any of the ingredients present in this medicine, who have low phosphate levels in their blood, or who have bowel obstruction. FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET contains lactose (milk sugar). If you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET. Tell your doctor if you are facing swallowing problems, motility (movement) in your stomach and bowel, being sick frequently, active inflammation of the bowel,  have undergone major surgery on your stomach or bowel, or have severe inflammatory bowel disease. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET.

Uses of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET is used to treat Hyperphosphatemia (high phosphorus level in blood). The detailed use of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET is follows:<br/>• Hyperphosphatemia Treatment: FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET binds to dietary phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract, reducing phosphate absorption and helping to lower high phosphate levels in the blood, particularly in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).<br/>

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Directions for Use

• FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET should be taken with or immediately after a meal.• Your doctor will decide the dosage and timing of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET based on your serum phosphorus level.• Chew the tablet completely before swallowing it. • Do not swallow it as a whole.

Medicinal Benefits

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET is a natural mineral that acts by binding with the phosphate present in foods that a person eats. It works by binding phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract and decreases its absorption. Thus, lowers the phosphate concentration in the body. It effectively reduces excess phosphate levels in the blood and prevents the unsafe buildup of phosphate in your body, helps to keep your bones strong and decreases the risk of heart disease and strokes. FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET controls hyperphosphataemia (high blood phosphate levels) in adult patients on dialysis (a blood clearance technique), patients undergoing hemodialysis (using a blood filtration machine) or peritoneal dialysis (where the fluid is pumped into the abdomen and an internal body membrane filters the blood) and patients with chronic kidney disease.

How FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET Works

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET contains 'Lanthanum,' which reduces phosphate absorption by binding phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract and decreasing absorption. It makes insoluble complexes in the GI tract that pass through the body without any absorption. It effectively reduces excess phosphate levels in the blood and prevents the unsafe build-up of phosphate in the body. It helps to keep bones strong and decreases the risk of heart disease and strokes.

Storage

Keep FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET out of the sight and reach of children.
Side effects of Fosbait 250mg Tablet
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
To prevent, manage, and treat Constipation caused by medication usage, follow these steps:
  • Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
  • Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
  • Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
  • Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
  • Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
  • What to Do if Vomiting Persists
  • Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.

What if I have taken an overdose of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, and headache. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

You should avoid taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET if you are allergic to FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET. Speak to your doctor if you have swallowing disorders, digestive tract surgery or severe constipation, have undergone major surgery on your stomach or bowel, serious inflammatory bowel disease. It should be used with caution if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET should not be recommended for breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET as it might cause unpleasant side effects. The safety and effectiveness in children less than 6 years of age have not been established, so FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET should not be given to them. FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET contains lactose (milk sugar). If you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET. Regular monitoring of serum phosphate levels, vitamin D, A, E, K, and folic acid is advised while taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • In your regular diet, include fresh fruits, vegetables, rice, milk, unenriched corn and rice cereals, and soda without phosphate additives in your regular diet.
  • Avoid or limit high-phosphorus addictive foods (processed meats, instant puddings, sauces, spreadable cheeses, and beverage products).
  •  Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET as it can make you dehydrated and may increase the side effects. 
  • Make sure you drink plenty of fluids. This will help you clear out the extra phosphate and overcome some of it.
  • FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET is preferably taken with meals as it can bind to dietary phosphate and prevent its absorption into the bloodstream. Drink it with a full glass of water.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

HYPOPHOSPHATEMIC AGENT
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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET is Category C pregnancy medicine. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe you FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

The safety of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET has not been established in breastfeeding women. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will decide whether FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET can be given to breast-feeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Not applicable

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or operate any machinery or vehicles.

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Liver

Caution

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

The dose needs to be adjusted and recommended by a child specialist only.

FAQs

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET treats hyperphosphataemia (high phosphate levels in the body).

High phosphate levels in the blood generally occur due to kidney disorders that may affect calcium levels. The body starts working in an opposite manner, and as phosphate levels rise, calcium levels will fall.

It is advised to avoid foods already high in phosphorus, such as dairy foods, oatmeal, beans, lentils, nuts, bran cereals, colas, and other drinks with phosphate additives.

FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET is in a class of medications called phosphate binders. FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET works by holding onto phosphate from the diet so that it can pass out of your body.

It is advised not to take ciprofloxacin with FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET as it may interfere with the working of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET, and therefore, it should not be taken at the same time as FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET.

Yes, it is advised to go for certain lab tests, like serum phosphate levels, which should be monitored regularly while you are taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET. The use of FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET may decrease the levels of vitamin D, A, E, K, and folic acid, and hence, the levels need to be monitored during the treatment.

It is advised not to stop taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET, as it is a phosphate binder used to control the phosphate level in the blood. If you stop taking FOSBAIT 250MG TABLET, your phosphate levels may elevate again. Please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ambala- Chandigarh Highway, Lalru – 140501, Punjab
Other Info - FOS0004

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Author Details

Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 6:47 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/lanthanum-carbonate.html
  2. https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/materials-science/lanthanum

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