- Overview
- Uses
- Benefits
- Side Effect
- How to use
- How It works
- What if you forget to take?
- Safety Advice
- FAQ
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Last Updated On: Apr 24, 2023
Osteofos 10mg
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Product Overview
Composition: Alendronic Acid (10mg)
OSTEOFOS 10MG contains Alendronic acid which belongs to the group of medicines called Bisphosphonates. It is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis (weak or brittle bones) in Postmenopausal Women. It helps to improve bone mass density in patients with weak bones and can also be used to treat osteoporosis caused due to excessive use of corticosteroids (such as prednisone). It also helps in the treatment of Paget’s disease (abnormal bone growth due to disturbances in normal span of bone cells).
Osteofos 10mg Tablet is best taken without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. It may take several days to get the full benefit of this drug. Osteofos 10mg Tablet is only part of a program of treatment that may also include changes to your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements.
Uses
Osteoporosis
Side Effect
Common side effects:
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Heartburn
- Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
- Indigestion
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Osteofos 10mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How It works
Osteofos 10mg Tablet is a bisphosphonate. It works by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause destruction of bone. This strengthens the bones and minimizes the risk of fractures.
What if you forget to take?
If you miss a dose of Osteofos 10mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Safety Advice for Osteofos 10mg
Allergy
Do not take OSTEOFOS 10MG if you are allergic to Alendronic acid.
Pregnancy
OSTEOFOS 10MG is not recommended for use in pregenant women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Breastfeeding
OSTEOFOS 10MG is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
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