Lanthanum Carbonate (Lantharenol)

Lanthanum carbonate (Lantharenol) In Dogs & Cats: Uses, Dosage and Side Effects

Overview

• Binds ingested phosphate in the intestines, preventing the absorption of the insoluble complexes.

Uses of Lanthanum carbonate (Lantharenol)

•  Reduction of serum phosphate in azotaemia.

Dose of Lanthanum carbonate (Lantharenol) in Dogs and Cats

Dogs:

• Chronic kidney disease: 100 mg/kg/day p.o. divided between meals.

Cats:

• Chronic kidney disease: 400–800 mg/cat/day with a recommended starting dose of 400 mg per day.
• The dose should be divided according to the feeding schedule (it is important to give
  some with every meal).

Side Effects of Lanthanum carbonate (Lantharenol) in Dogs and Cats

• None known

Contraindications of Lanthanum carbonate (Lantharenol) in Dogs and Cats

• It is not advisable to administer the drug for the first time during an acute crisis; the patient should be stabilised before any dietary changes are made to improve acceptability.

Some Notes:

• Should be given at least 1 hour before or 3 hours after other medications.
• phosphate diets are unsuccessful.
• Monitor serum phosphate levels at 4–6 week intervals and adjust dosage accordingly if trying to achieve target serum concentrations.
• When using lanthanum, water should be available at all times.
• Dose adjustments should be based on serum phosphate levels.