Lanum Tablet (Calcium Acetate)

Description

Lanum Tablet is used to prevent and treat high blood phosphate levels in patients with severe kidney diseases, who are undergoing regular dialysis. This helps in preventing complications associated with the accumulation of excessive phosphate in the blood.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Lanum Tablet
Phostat Tablet
Zydus Cadila
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Lanum Tablet
Abdominal or stomach pain
Confusion
Constipation
Mild to moderate depression
Dry mouth
Loss of consciousness
Headache
Slurred speech
Increased urination
Loss of appetite
Change in taste/ Metallic taste
Nausea and vomiting
Increased thirst
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Weight loss
Itching and rash

Uses of Lanum Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Hyperphosphatemia
This medicine is used to treat and prevent elevated blood phosphate levels in patients with end-stage renal diseases, undergoing dialysis.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to calcium acetate or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Hypophosphatemia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with reduced blood phosphate levels (hypophosphatemia) since it will worsen the patient’s condition.
Hypercalcemia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with increased blood calcium levels (hypercalcemia) since it may worsen the patient’s condition.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Your doctor will determine the best course of treatment after evaluating the potential benefits and risks associated with the use of this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Your doctor will determine the best course of treatment after evaluating the potential benefits and risks associated with the use of this medicine.
General warnings
Other medicines
This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you report all your current medicines, including any herbs and supplements, to the doctor before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Renal failure without dialysis
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with renal failure who are not undergoing dialysis. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the patient’s clinical condition.
Chronic constipation
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from chronic constipation since it may worsen the patient’s condition and cause severe adverse effects. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the patient’s clinical condition.
Gastro-intestinal blockage
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with blockages or foldings of the gastrointestinal tract since it may worsen the patient’s condition and cause severe adverse effects. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the patient’s clinical condition.
Patients with prolonged immobility
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients who are bed-ridden or wheelchair-bound for a long duration due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Calcifications
Use of this medicine may increase the risk of calcifications (calcium deposits in the soft tissues, vascular system or renal system) in some patients. This risk is especially higher in patients suffering from hypoparathyroidism or severe kidney diseases. Close monitoring of clinical condition is recommended for these patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. You may be advised to undergo certain tests both before and during the course of treatment to monitor electrolyte levels and clinical condition. Your doctor/dietitian will also suggest an appropriate diet for you during the course of this treatment. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.