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Tiludronate - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Tiludronate Medication Information

Get detailed information on Tiludronate, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Tiludronate provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Tiludronate
Pronunciation : TYE-loo-DROE-nate
ICD Code : Y57.9 Therapeutic Classification : Bone Enhancers

Trade Names/Brand Names of Tiludronate

International :


Skelid

Why is Tiludronate Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a bisphosphonate, prescribed for Paget disease. It works by preventing bone breakdown and increasing bone density.

When should Tiludronate not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Tiludronate?

PO- The recommended dose is 400-mg once daily.

How should Tiludronate be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Tiludronate?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney disease, heartburn, chest pain, low blood calcium levels, esophagus problems, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery and get up slowly fro bed while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption and smoking while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Tiludronate?

Body As a Whole - Pain, back pain, accidental injury, influenza-like symptoms, chest pain, swelling in the extremities.
Heart - Fluid accumulation.
Central Nervous System - Headache, dizziness, tingling. ,
Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, nausea, indigestion, vomiting, flatulence, tooth disorder.
Metabolic - Vitamin D deficiency.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain.
Respiratory - Runny nose, upper respiratory tract infection, coughing, inflammation of pharynx.
Skin - Rash.
Eye and ENT - Cataract, eye inflammation, increased eye pressure.

What are the other precautions for Tiludronate?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Tiludronate?

Store it at 25°C.

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