FOSRENOL vs SEVELAMER CARBONATE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. FOSRENOL and SEVELAMER CARBONATE are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	FOSRENOL	SEVELAMER CARBONATE
Rating	New	70/100
Pharmacy pays	—	~$6.60 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	LANTHANUM CARBONATE	SEVELAMER CARBONATE
Manufacturer	Takeda Pharms USA	Bionpharma
Dosage forms	Tablet, chewable, Powder	Powder, Tablet
Drug class	Phosphate Binder	Phosphate Binder
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	—	Hyperphosphatemia

fosrenol sevelamer carbonate

Rating

New

70/100

Pharmacy pays

—

~$6.60 /30

Type

Active ingredient

LANTHANUM CARBONATE

SEVELAMER CARBONATE

Manufacturer

Takeda Pharms USA

Bionpharma

Dosage forms

Tablet, chewable, Powder

Powder, Tablet

Drug class

Phosphate Binder

Boxed warning

None

Treats

—

Hyperphosphatemia

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Fosrenol and Sevelamer Carbonate?

Fosrenol contains Lanthanum Carbonate, while Sevelamer Carbonate contains Sevelamer Carbonate — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.