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Ostem Benefits & Uses

Ostem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Post Menopausal Osteoporosis
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Other Benefits

Ostem Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given every 3 - 4 wk
Geriatric	Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given every 3 - 4 wk
Adult	Disease: Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose for anemia with chronic kidney failure patient

Ostem Related Warnings

Is the use of Ostem safe for pregnant women?

Ostem shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Ostem safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ostem. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ostem immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ostem again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ostem on the Kidneys?

Ostem has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ostem on the Liver?

Ostem may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ostem on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Ostem. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Ostem with Other Drugs

Ostem should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Warfarin

Anastrozole

Mild

Thyroxine

Ostem Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ostem unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Porphyria
Diabetes Type 1
Heart Disease
Migraine

Frequently asked Questions about Ostem

Is this Ostem habit forming or addictive?

Ostem can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Ostem does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Ostem only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Ostem in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ostem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ostem

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Ostem with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ostem

Information about the interaction of Ostem and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Ostem

Question about 5 years ago

Does Ostem build muscle?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Ostem is used to build the muscle mass.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Ostem?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Ostem is the brand name for nandrolone. It belongs to the class of compounds known as anabolic steroids. It is available in the form of an injection. It is used in burns, surgery, anemias, and trauma. It is also used in osteoporosis in post-menopausal women.

Question almost 5 years ago

How is Ostem helpful in hypogonadism?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Low levels of testosterone represent a condition in males known as hypogonadism. Ostem might be helpful in hypogonadism as testosterone replacement therapy because it is a synthetic analog of the naturally occurring testosterone which works in almost similarly to natural testosterone in the body.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Ostem cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Yes, Ostem causes stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug but the exact cause of stomach upset is not known. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Ostem safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ostem is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects are observed at regular doses these are fluid retention, male characteristic in women, and increase sexual desire. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.