Actonel medicine information

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Uses: What is Actonel used for

Risedronate is in a class of drugs called bisphosphonates that are used to treat and prevent osteoporosis (bone weakening) in postmenopausal women.

Actonel drug is an approved medication/substance by the FDA

How to take Actonel

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Risedronate comes as a tablet to take by mouth once a day. It is important to take risedronate 30 minutes or more before the first food or drink of the day other than water. Take risedronate in an upright position (sitting or standing) with a full glass of plain water (6 to 8 ounces). Do not take risedronate with mineral water, coffee, orange juice, milk, or other dairy products. Wait at least 30 minutes after taking risedronate before you eat, drink, or take other medications. Do not suck or chew the tablet; swallow the tablet whole. Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking risedronate. Standing or sitting upright helps you get the full dose and decreases heartburn and the risk of injury to your esophagus. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take risedronate exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Actonel

Although side effects from risedronate are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: upset stomach gas (flatulence) bloating constipation diarrhea heartburn bone or joint pain leg cramps acid regurgitation (reflux) stomach pain or irritation dizziness nervousness sinus infection dry eyes changes in vision ringing in the ears headache back pain

Actonel precautions

Before taking risedronate,tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to risedronate, alendronate (Fosamax), etidronate (Didronel), pamidronate (Aredia), tiludronate (Skelid), or any other drugs. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially antacids; calcium supplements; products containing magnesium, aluminum, or minerals; and herbal products or vitamins. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney disease; problems or abnormalities with your esophagus; upper gastrointestinal disease such as ulcers, gastritis, heartburn, chronic stomach problems, or duodenitis; below-normal calcium levels in your blood; or if your are unable to stand or sit upright for 30 minutes. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking risedronate, call your doctor. if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking risedronate.

Overdose: If you suspect a Actonel overdose

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Missed a dose of Actonel

If you have not already had the first food or first drink of the day (other than water), take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If you have already eaten or drank, skip the missed dose. Continue your usual schedule the next day.

Actonel alternatives and Generics names

Risofos, Actonel, Risedronate, RISEDRONATE SODIUM,