Osteofos 70 mg Tablet
Cipla Ltd
Uses of Osteofos 70 mg Tablet:
Osteoporosis
Composition of Osteofos 70 mg Tablet:
Alendronic Acid 70mg
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Description
Osteoporosis
Uses
Alendronic Acid is generally used in treatment of the treatment of osteoporosis. Used in treatement of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and men at high risk of fractures.
Side effects
- Back pain
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- muscle or joint) pain
- Musculoskeletal (bone
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Alendronic Acid, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Alendronic Acid is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Alendronic Acid is a bisphosphonate. It makes the condition better by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause destruction of bone. This strengthens the bones and minimizes the risk of fractures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Alendronic Acid safe/ dangerous/ a biphosphate/ a steroid/ vitamin D?
Alendronic Acid belongs to class of medications called bisphosphonates. It is not a steroid or vitamin D. It is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Can I take ibuprofen/ paracetamol with Alendronic Acid?
Avoid taking Alendronic Acid with NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and paracetamol as it increases the gastrointestinal related side effects
Q. Does Alendronic Acid affect your teeth?
Alendronic Acid is not known to affect the teeth. However, bone damage in the jaw (osteonecrosis) generally associated with delayed healing and infection is known to occur following tooth extraction
Q. Does Alendronic Acid contain calcium/ vitamin D?
Alendronic Acid does not contain calcium and vitamin D. You doctor may ask to take calcium or vitamin D
Q. Does Alendronic Acid cause cancer/ hair loss/ make you tired/ increase in blood pressure?
Alendronic Acid has a side effect of causing hair loss and tiredness. However, it is not known to cause cancer or increase in blood pressure. Consult your doctor if you experience such side effects.
Alendronic Acid belongs to class of medications called bisphosphonates. It is not a steroid or vitamin D. It is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Can I take ibuprofen/ paracetamol with Alendronic Acid?
Avoid taking Alendronic Acid with NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and paracetamol as it increases the gastrointestinal related side effects
Q. Does Alendronic Acid affect your teeth?
Alendronic Acid is not known to affect the teeth. However, bone damage in the jaw (osteonecrosis) generally associated with delayed healing and infection is known to occur following tooth extraction
Q. Does Alendronic Acid contain calcium/ vitamin D?
Alendronic Acid does not contain calcium and vitamin D. You doctor may ask to take calcium or vitamin D
Q. Does Alendronic Acid cause cancer/ hair loss/ make you tired/ increase in blood pressure?
Alendronic Acid has a side effect of causing hair loss and tiredness. However, it is not known to cause cancer or increase in blood pressure. Consult your doctor if you experience such side effects.
Expert Advice
- Your doctor has prescribed Alendronic Acid to make your bones stronger and lower the risk of fractures.Take it in the morning at least 30 minutes before eating or drinking anything.Maintain an upright posture for 30 minutes after taking the medication so the medicine doesn't irritate your food pipe.It may cause the amount of calcium in your blood to fall. Take calcium rich food in your diet and have regular blood tests to monitor the level of calcium in your blood.It's important to look after your mouth and teeth as much as possible while you're taking. Have regular dental check-ups and inform your dentist about taking Alendronic Acid.
Product Details
SKU: PC-19424
Product Description: Osteofos 70 mg Tablet is manufactured by Cipla Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Osteofos 70 mg Tablet is manufactured by Cipla Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
