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Indications & Uses
Sedron is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis, to reduce the risk of vertebral fractures. Treatment of established postmenopausal osteoporosis, to reduce the risk of hip fractures: the recommended dose is Risedronate Sodium 5 mg once daily, or Risedronate Sodium 35 mg once weekly on the same day each week, or Risedronate Sodium 150 mg once monthly. Prevention of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women at increased risk of osteoporosis: the recommended dose is Risedronate Sodium 5 mg once daily. To maintain or increase bone mass in postmenopausal women who are undergoing long-term (more than 3 months) systemic corticosteroid treatment at doses of 7.5 mg/day prednisone or its equivalent: the recommended dose is Risedronate Sodium 5 mg once daily. Treatment of osteoporosis in men at high risk of fractures: the recommended dose is Risedronate Sodium 35 mg once weekly. The tablet should be taken on the same day each week.
Side Effects
Serious side effects: chest pain; difficulty or pain when swallowing; pain or burning felt under the ribs or in the back; new or worsening heartburn; severe pain in the joints, bones, or muscles; or pain, numbness, or swelling of the jaw. Less serious side effects: mild heartburn or an upset stomach; diarrhea, gas, or constipation; mild joint or back pain; headache.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Take special care with Risonet if you have low blood calcium (hypocalcemia), cannot sit or stand upright for 30 minutes, have kidneys that work poorly, or have an allergy to Risonet. Before taking Risonet, talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or may become pregnant, since it is not known whether Risonet can harm an unborn child; if you are breast-feeding or plan to breast-feed, since it is not known whether Risonet can pass through breast milk or harm a baby; or if you have kidney problems, as Risonet may not be right for you. Risonet is not intended for use in children. During treatment, if you experience an allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face, tongue or throat, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or a skin rash, stop taking Risonet and seek medical advice immediately. If treatment has been stopped due to a hypersensitivity reaction, therapy with Risonet should not be restarted.
Contraindications
Risedronate Sodium tablet should not be used by anyone who is hypersensitive to Risedronate Sodium. It is also contraindicated in patients with hypocalcaemia and in those with severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance below 30 ml/min), as well as during pregnancy and lactation.