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Side effect(s) of Zoledronic Acid


Review the side-effects of Zoledronic Acid as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Most Common
- Fever, muscle pain, headache, joint pain, pain in extremity.

  Blood
- Anemia.

   Metabolic
- Dehydration and loss of appetite.

  Central Nervous System
- Dizziness.

  Heart
- Atrial fibrillation, vascular disorders and high blood pressure.

  Gastrointestinal
- Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

   Musculoskeletal
- Shoulder pain, neck pain, fractures, and muscle spasms.

   General
- Fever, influenza-like illness, fatigue, chills, weakness, peripheral edema, uneasiness and chest pain.

Other Precautions :

Maintain proper level of calcium and Vitamin D. Patient may develop kidney impairment.

Drug Name : Zoledronic Acid

Zoledronic Acid(Reclast) generic is a bisphosphonate, primarily used for prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in men and postmenopausal women. It is also used for Paget's disease and osteoporosis caused by steroid treatment. It reduces the amount of calcium released from the bones into the blood.


Trade Names for Zoledronic Acid

India :


International :


Reclast, Zometa, Aclasta
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