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Etidronate
Latest prescription information about Etidronate. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Etidronate
Pronunciation : e ti droe' nate
Trade Name(s):
International- Didronel. India- Disonate Tab, Etifem Tab. This medication is a bisphosphonate, prescribed for Paget's disease, osteoporosis and hypercalcaemia. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Adult: PO-The recommended dose is 5 to 7.5mg/kg/day. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth with or without food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of stomach, esophagus, blood clotting, kidney or liver problems, cancer, anemia, asthma, smoking, menstrual disorder, any allergy, infection, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * Patient may develop with increased risk of jawbone problems; tooth examination needed before the treatment. * Monitor blood calcium level, bone thickness regularly while taking this medication. Side Effects : Most Common- Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, rash, hair loss and muscle/ joint pain. Central Nervous System- Confusion, depression, hallucination and tingling. Allergic Reactions- Rash, itching, skin eruption and hives. *Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at controlled room temperature (25°C) and in an airtight container. |
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