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Chemical Name LANTHANUM (LAN-tha-num) This medicine is a phosphate binder used to reduce serum phosphate in patients with end-stage renal disease. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Fosrenol (Lanthanum)

  • Follow the directions for using the medicine provided by your doctor. CHEW THOROUGHLY before swallowing. Do not swallow un-chewed tablets. TAKE THIS MEDICINE with or immediately after a meal. Take this medicine regularly to receive the most benefit from it. CONTINUE TO TAKE THIS MEDICINE even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C), away from heat, moisture, and light. Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. DO NOT take 2 doses at once.
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