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Aclasta is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion. Osteoporosis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Aclasta also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Aclasta. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Aclasta side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Aclasta go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Aclasta's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Aclasta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Aclasta related warnings section.
Aclasta is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Dehydration, Kidney Disease, Calcium Deficiency are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Aclasta contraindications section.
Additionally, Aclasta may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Aclasta is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Aclasta is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aclasta is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Aclasta safe for pregnant women?
Aclasta may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Aclasta again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Aclasta safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Aclasta. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Aclasta on the Kidneys?
Aclasta may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Aclasta on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Aclasta on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Aclasta on the Heart?
Aclasta may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Aclasta should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aclasta unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aclasta habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Aclasta.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Aclasta will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Aclasta should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Aclasta is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aclasta
There is no information on the effects of taking Aclasta with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aclasta
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Aclasta.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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