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Actonel Manufacturer: PROCTER & GAMBLE PHARM
Common Uses of Actonel:
This medicine is a bisphosphonate used to prevent and treat osteoporosis that occurs after menopause. It may also be used to treat Paget's disease, steroid-induced osteoporosis, and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How To Use Actonel:
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. You may be instructed to take this daily or to take this weekly, depending on the strength of the tablet. TAKE THIS MEDICINE while in an upright position (sitting or standing) with 6 to 8 ounces (180 to 240 ml) of PLAIN WATER ONLY the first thing in the morning, at least 30 minutes before eating, drinking, or taking any other medicine. SWALLOW WHOLE. Do not break, crush, chew, or suck on tablet before swallowing. DO NOT LIE DOWN for at least 30 minutes after taking this medicine. DO NOT TAKE ANTACIDS or vitamin supplements containing aluminum, magnesium, or calcium until 30 minutes after taking this medicine. In countries outside of the U.S., a flexible dosing regimen may be used (regimen not FDA-approved in U.S.). In this regimen this medicine may be taken at other times of the day, at least 2 hours before or after any medication, food, or beverage, other than plain water. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature below 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE and you are taking 1 dose daily, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. DO NOT take 2 doses at once. IF YOU TAKE THIS WEEKLY; if you miss a dose, take the medicine in the morning, then resume your usual weekly schedule on your chosen day. DO NOT DOUBLE the dose on the same day.
Actonel Cautions:
It is important to have enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have questions about your diet or about taking dietary supplements with calcium or vitamin D. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using this medicine. IF YOU HAVE ANY TYPE OF SURGERY and cannot sit or stand upright following surgery, check with your doctor before continuing this medicine. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any medicines which contain aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
Possible Side Effects of Actonel:
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medicine include fever, chills, stomach pain, joint pain, headache, nausea, or diarrhea. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience the following side effects or symptoms of toxicity: painful swallowing, or severe heartburn. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
ACTONEL
Generic Version of Actonel: E: RISEDRONATE (ris-ED-roe-nate)Actonel Manufacturer: PROCTER & GAMBLE PHARM
Common Uses of Actonel:
This medicine is a bisphosphonate used to prevent and treat osteoporosis that occurs after menopause. It may also be used to treat Paget's disease, steroid-induced osteoporosis, and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How To Use Actonel:
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. You may be instructed to take this daily or to take this weekly, depending on the strength of the tablet. TAKE THIS MEDICINE while in an upright position (sitting or standing) with 6 to 8 ounces (180 to 240 ml) of PLAIN WATER ONLY the first thing in the morning, at least 30 minutes before eating, drinking, or taking any other medicine. SWALLOW WHOLE. Do not break, crush, chew, or suck on tablet before swallowing. DO NOT LIE DOWN for at least 30 minutes after taking this medicine. DO NOT TAKE ANTACIDS or vitamin supplements containing aluminum, magnesium, or calcium until 30 minutes after taking this medicine. In countries outside of the U.S., a flexible dosing regimen may be used (regimen not FDA-approved in U.S.). In this regimen this medicine may be taken at other times of the day, at least 2 hours before or after any medication, food, or beverage, other than plain water. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature below 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE and you are taking 1 dose daily, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. DO NOT take 2 doses at once. IF YOU TAKE THIS WEEKLY; if you miss a dose, take the medicine in the morning, then resume your usual weekly schedule on your chosen day. DO NOT DOUBLE the dose on the same day.
Actonel Cautions:
It is important to have enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have questions about your diet or about taking dietary supplements with calcium or vitamin D. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using this medicine. IF YOU HAVE ANY TYPE OF SURGERY and cannot sit or stand upright following surgery, check with your doctor before continuing this medicine. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any medicines which contain aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
Possible Side Effects of Actonel:
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medicine include fever, chills, stomach pain, joint pain, headache, nausea, or diarrhea. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience the following side effects or symptoms of toxicity: painful swallowing, or severe heartburn. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
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