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Lanthanum (Fosrenol®) and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

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English
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Renal Program

Lanthanum is a medication used to lower the amount of phosphorus in your blood, necessary for some people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). This pamphlet explains how to take lanthanum, possible side effects, and how to store this medication.

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