{"id":22204,"date":"2022-06-22T07:25:49","date_gmt":"2022-06-22T07:25:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=22204"},"modified":"2022-06-22T10:05:49","modified_gmt":"2022-06-22T10:05:49","slug":"risedronate-actavis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/risedronate-actavis\/","title":{"rendered":"Risedronate Actavis &#8211; Risedronate sodium uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>35 mg&nbsp;film-coated tablet<br>risedronate sodium<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Risedronate Actavis is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>What Risedronate Actavis is<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Risedronate Actavis belongs to a group of non-hormone-based medicines called bisphosphonates, which are used to treat skeletal diseases.&nbsp;It acts directly on the bone tissue and makes the bones stronger, which reduces the risk of bone fractures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bone is a living\u00a0tissue.\u00a0Old bone is continuously removed from the skeleton and replaced with new bone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Postmenopausal\u00a0osteoporosis\u00a0(osteoporosis) is a condition that affects women who have undergone menopause.\u00a0This leads to the skeleton becoming weaker, more fragile, and more easily affected by\u00a0fractures\u00a0in connection with a fall or when it is exposed to stress.\u00a0Osteoporosis\u00a0can also occur in men and can be caused by, for example, aging and\/or low levels of the male sex hormone\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/tostrex\/\">testosterone<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The vertebrae, hip bone, and wrists are the bones that most often suffer from\u00a0fractures, but they can affect any bone in the body.\u00a0Bone fractures related to\u00a0osteoporosis\u00a0can also cause back pain, length loss, and a crooked back.\u00a0Many patients with\u00a0osteoporosis\u00a0have no symptoms and you may not have known you had it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>What Risedronate Actavis is used for<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Treatment of&nbsp;osteoporosis&nbsp;in<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>women who have undergone menopause.\u00a0Although they have severe\u00a0osteoporosis, the drug reduces the risk of vertebral and hip fractures.<\/li><li>men.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Risedronate sodium contained in Risedronate Actavis may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this leaflet.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before you use Risedronate Actavis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Risedronate Actavis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to risedronate sodium or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>if your doctor has told you that you have\u00a0hypocalcemia\u00a0(a condition with low levels of calcium in your blood).<\/li><li>if you may be pregnant, pregnant, or planning to become pregnant.<\/li><li>if you are breastfeeding.<\/li><li>if you have severe kidney problems.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Risedronate Actavis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you can not stand or sit upright for at least 30 minutes.<\/li><li>if you have an abnormal bone or mineral metabolism (for example, vitamin D deficiency, or abnormal levels of parathyroid hormones, both of which can cause low levels of calcium in the blood).<\/li><li>if you have previously had problems with the esophagus, for example, had pain or difficulty swallowing food, or have previously been diagnosed with Barrett&#8217;s esophagus (a condition associated with cell changes in the lower part of the esophagus).<\/li><li>if your doctor has told you that you are intolerant to certain sugars (such as\u00a0lactose\u00a0).<\/li><li>if you have or have previously had pain, swelling or numbness in the jaw, heaviness in the jaw, or\u00a0tooth loss.<\/li><li>If you are receiving dental care or will undergo dental surgery, tell your dentist that you are being treated with Risedronate Actavis.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor will advise you on what to do when you take Risedronate Actavis if any of the above apply to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Children and young people<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Risedronate Actavis is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 18 years of age due to insufficient data on safety and efficacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Risedronate Actavis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines containing any of the following reduce the effects of Risedronate Actavis if taken at the same time:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>calcium.<\/li><li>magnesium.<\/li><li>aluminum (found in eg preparations for digestive problems).<\/li><li>iron.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Take these medicines at least 30 minutes after taking the Risedronate Actavis tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Risedronate Actavis with food and drink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Risedronate Actavis tablets mustn&#8217;t be taken with food or drink (plain water is allowed).\u00a0Otherwise, the medicine will lose its effect.\u00a0This is especially true for dairy products as they contain\u00a0calcium\u00a0(see section 2 \u201cOther medicines and Risedronate Actavis\u201d).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Food and drink (other than regular water) should only be taken when at least 30 minutes have passed since you took a Risedronate Actavis tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take Risedronate Actavis if you may be pregnant, pregnant, or planning to become pregnant (see section 2 \u201cDo not take Risedronate Actavis\u201d).\u00a0The risk of using risedronate sodium (the active substance in Risedronate Actavis) in pregnant women is unknown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take Risedronate Actavis if you are breastfeeding (see section 2 \u201cDo not take Risedronate Actavis\u201d).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Risedronate Actavis should only be used to treat menopausal women and men.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Risedronate Actavis has no known effect on the ability to drive or use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Descriptions of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Risedronate Actavis contains lactose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Risedronate Actavis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Recommended&nbsp;dose<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take one tablet of Risedronate Actavis (35 mg risedronate sodium) once a week.&nbsp;Choose the day of the week that suits you best.&nbsp;Take the Risedronate Actavis tablet every week on the day of your choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To make it easier for you to take the tablet on the same day every week, boxes\/spaces are printed on the box.\u00a0Use them to mark the day of the week you have chosen to take your tablet on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>When to take Risedronate Actavis tablet<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a Risedronate Actavis tablet at least 30 minutes before your first food, drink (other than regular water), or other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>How to take Risedronate Actavis tablet<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Take the tablet while sitting or standing to avoid heartburn.<\/li><li>Swallow it with at least one glass (120 ml) of plain water.<\/li><li>Swallow it whole.&nbsp;Do not suck or chew on the tablet.<\/li><li>Do not go to bed until at least 30 minutes have passed after taking the tablet.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor will tell you if you need\u00a0calcium\u00a0or vitamin supplements and if you are not getting enough in your diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use more Risedronate Actavis than you should&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.\u00a0a child ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drink a glass of milk and contact your doctor or hospital immediately if you have taken more tablets than you should.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to use Risedronate Actavis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to take the tablet on the day of the week you have chosen, take it the same day you remember it.&nbsp;Then continue to take one tablet a week on the usual day of the week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you stop using Risedronate Actavis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you stop the treatment, your bone mass may start to decrease.\u00a0Consult your doctor before stopping treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, Risedronate Actavis can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Stop taking Risedronate Actavis and contact your doctor immediately<\/em>&nbsp;if you experience any of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>symptoms of a severe\u00a0allergic reaction, eg:<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>swelling of the face, tongue, and throat<\/li><li>difficulty swallowing<\/li><li>hives\u00a0and difficulty breathing<\/li><li>severe skin reactions such as\u00a0blisters under the skin.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Contact your doctor immediately<\/em>&nbsp;if you experience any of the following side effects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>eye inflammation, usually with pain,\u00a0redness,\u00a0and photosensitivity.<\/li><li>tissue loss in the jawbone (\u00a0osteonecrosis\u00a0) associated with delayed healing and infection, often after tooth extraction (see section 2 \u201cWarnings and Precautions\u201d)<\/li><li>pain when swallowing and difficulty swallowing chest pain, new or worsening heartburn.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, in\u00a0clinical trials, the other\u00a0side effects\u00a0observed were usually mild and did not require patients to stop taking their tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The side effects\u00a0are listed according to how common they are.\u00a0The following convention has been used:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th scope=\"col\">very common:<\/th><th scope=\"col\">affects more than 1 in 10 users<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>usual:<\/td><td>affects 1 to 10 users in 100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>less common:<\/td><td>affects 1 to 10 users in 1,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>rare:<\/td><td>affects 1 to 10 users in 10,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>very rare:<\/td><td>affects less than 1 in 10,000 users<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>no known frequency:<\/td><td>can not be calculated from available data<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>digestive problems, nausea, abdominal pain, cramps or discomfort in the stomach, constipation, feeling that the stomach is full, gas problems, diarrhea<\/li><li>pain in the skeleton, muscles, or joints<\/li><li>headache<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Uncommon&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>inflammation&nbsp;or ulcers of the esophagus with difficulty swallowing and pain when swallowing (see also section 2, \u201cWarnings and precautions\u201d),&nbsp;inflammation&nbsp;of the stomach and&nbsp;duodenum&nbsp;(the intestine in which the stomach empties)<\/li><li>inflammation&nbsp;of the iris (with&nbsp;redness&nbsp;and pain in the eyes and possible visual disturbances)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare&nbsp;side&nbsp;effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>inflammation&nbsp;of the tongue (with swelling and possible pain), narrowing of the esophagus<\/li><li>Abnormal results in liver function tests have been reported.&nbsp;These can only be diagnosed using blood tests.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>From the period after the market introduction, the following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;have been reported:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Very rare: Talk to a doctor if you have ear pain, discharge from the ear, and\/or an ear infection.\u00a0This may be a sign of a bone injury in the ear.<\/li><li>No known frequency<ul><li>hair loss<\/li><li>liver effects, which in some cases were severe<\/li><li>inflammation\u00a0of the small blood vessels which mainly affects the skin (leukocytoclastic\u00a0vasculitis\u00a0).<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>At the beginning of treatment, in rare cases, the patient may experience decreased levels of\u00a0calcium\u00a0and\u00a0phosphate\u00a0in the blood.\u00a0These changes are usually mild and do not cause any symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unusual femoral fractures, especially in patients receiving long-term treatment for osteoporosis, may occur in rare cases.\u00a0Contact your doctor if you experience pain, weakness, or discomfort in the thigh, hip, or groin as this may be an early sign of a possible femoral fracture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get\u00a0any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.\u00a0This also applies to any\u00a0side effects\u00a0not mentioned in this information<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Risedronate Actavis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the label, carton, and blister after EXP:\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No special storage instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the pack and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is risedronate sodium (\u00a0amorphous\u00a0).\u00a0One film-coated tablet contains 35 mg of risedronate sodium, equivalent to 32.48 mg of risedronic acid.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are magnesium stearate, crospovidone,\u00a0lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose (E464),\u00a0colloidal\u00a0anhydrous silica, hydroxypropylcellulose (E463), macrogol 400, macrogol 8000, titanium dioxide (E171), yellow iron oxide (E172) (red oxide).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Film-coated tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Orange, 9.0 mm round, biconvex film-coated tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Pack sizes<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Blisters: 2, 4, 8, and 12 film-coated tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tablet jars: 40 and 50 film-coated tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Actavis Group PTC EHF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reykjavikurvegur 76-78<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IS-220 Hafnarfjordur<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Iceland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Manufacturer<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Actavis hf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reykjav\u00edkurvegur 76-78<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IS-220 Hafnarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Iceland<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Risedronate Actavis belongs to a group of non-hormone-based medicines called bisphosphonates, which are used to treat skeletal diseases. 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