Actonel

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Actonel Information

Actonel is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Post Menopausal Osteoporosis. Actonel also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Actonel depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Actonel are Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint). While these are the most often observed Actonel side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Actonel go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Actonel's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Actonel related warnings talks about Actonel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Actonel can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Actonel in conditions like Infections, Gastritis, Peptic Ulcer. Some other conditions that can be affected by Actonel are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Actonel have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Actonel is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Actonel Benefits & Uses

Actonel is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Actonel 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
  • Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Actonel Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Actonel is used -

Severe

  • पेट दर्द

Moderate

Mild

  • Headache
  • Acid Reflux
  • Dyspepsia
  • पेट की गैस
  • Diarrhoea

Common

  • Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)

Actonel Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Actonel safe for pregnant women?


    Actonel should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Actonel safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Actonel. Immediately discontinue Actonel if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Actonel on the Kidneys?


    Kidney can be affected by Actonel. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Actonel on the Liver?


    Side effects of Actonel rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Actonel on the Heart?


    Actonel has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Actonel with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Actonel Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Actonel

  • Is this Actonel habit forming or addictive?


    Actonel does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Actonel since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Actonel is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, Actonel is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Actonel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Actonel


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Actonel and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Actonel


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

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Actonel® (risedronate sodium)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 1099-1102

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1099-1102



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