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IntroductionWhat BANDRONE is used for?
BANDRONE is used,
- To treat or prevent osteoporosis in women after menopause
- In adults with breast cancer that has spread to bones
Warning & PrecautionsTalk to your Doctor, if you:
- Are allergic to Ibandronate or any of the other ingredients of this medicine
- Have certain problems with your esophagus, the tube that connects your mouth with your stomach
- Have low levels of calcium in your blood
- Have problems with swallowing, stomach or digestive problems
- Plan to have dental surgery or teeth removed
- Have kidney problems
- Have trouble absorbing minerals in your stomach or intestines (malabsorption syndrome)
Pregnancy & Breast Feeding
- If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine
Children & Adolescents
- BANDRONE should not be used in children below 18 years of age
InteractionsTell your doctor if you are taking,
- Supplements containing calcium, magnesium, iron or aluminium
- Ibuprofen or naproxen used to treat pain and inflammation
- Gentamicin type of antibiotic injection
- Ranitidine used to reduce stomach acid
How to Use- Take BANDRONE exactly as your doctor tells you
- Take BANDRONE, after you get up for the day and before taking your first food, drink, or other medicine
- Avoid lying down for at least 60 minutes after taking BANDRONE
- Do not chew
- Swallow with a full glass of plain water
If you take more BANDRONE
- If you take too much BANDRONE, contact your doctor immediately
- Do not lie down or try to vomit
If you forget to take BANDRONE
- If you miss a dose of BANDRONE, do not take it later in the day. Call your doctor for advice
If you stop taking BANDRONE
- Do not stop taking BANDRONE without consulting your doctor
Side EffectsLike all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them
Serious
- Low calcium levels in your blood (hypocalcemia)
- Bone, joint or muscle pain
- Spasms, twitches, or cramps in your muscles
- Numbness
- Severe jaw bone problems (osteonecrosis)
- Unusual thigh bone fractures
- Irritation, inflammation, or ulcers of the esophagus which may sometimes bleed
- Tingling in your fingers, toes, or around your mouth
Common
- Back pain
- Heartburn
- Abdomen pain
- Pain in your arms and legs
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Flu-like symptoms
- Allergic reactions, such as hives, breathing difficulties, swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat, or feeling dizzy
Uncommon
- Chest pain
- Itching or tingling skin (paraesthesia)
- Flu-like symptoms, feeling generally unwell or in pain
- Dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth or difficulty swallowing
- Anaemia
- High levels of urea or high levels of parathyroid hormone in your blood
Rare
- Eye pain or inflammation
- Unusual fracture of the thigh bone particularly in patients on long-term treatment
- Pain, weakness or discomfort in your thigh, hip or groin as this may be an early indication of a possible fracture of the thigh bone
Very Rare
- A condition involving exposed bone in the mouth called osteonecrosis of the jaw
More InformationStorage
- Store BANDRONE at room temperature (15-25ºC)
- Keep in a tightly closed container
- Keep BANDRONE out of the reach of children
- Do not use this medicine after the expiry date
Disclaimer:The contents of this website are for informational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
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