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Actonel Information
Uses
Actonel is in a class of drugs called bisphosphonates
that are used to treat and prevent osteoporosis (bone
weakening) in postmenopausal women.
How To Use
Actonel comes as a tablet to take by mouth once
a day. It is important to take Actonel 30 minutes
or more before the first food or drink of the day other
than water. Take Actonel in an upright position
(sitting or standing) with a full glass of plain water
(6 to 8 ounces). Do not take Actonel with mineral
water, coffee, orange juice, milk, or other dairy products.
Wait at least 30 minutes after taking Actonel before
you eat, drink, or take other medications. Do not suck
or chew the tablet; swallow the tablet whole. Do not
lie down for 30 minutes after taking Actonel. Standing
or sitting upright helps you get the full dose and decreases
heartburn and the risk of injury to your esophagus.
Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully,
and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part
you do not understand. Take Actonel exactly as directed.
Do not take more or less of it or take it more often
than prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects
Although side effects from Actonel are not common,
they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms
are severe or do not go away: upset stomach gas (flatulence)
bloating constipation diarrhea heartburn bone or joint
pain leg cramps acid regurgitation (reflux) stomach
pain or irritation dizziness nervousness sinus infection
dry eyes changes in vision ringing in the ears headache
back pain
Precautions
Before taking Actonel,tell your doctor and pharmacist
if you are allergic to Actonel, alendronate (Fosamax),
etidronate (Didronel), pamidronate (Aredia), tiludronate
(Skelid), or any other drugs. tell your doctor and pharmacist
what prescription and nonprescription medications you
are taking, especially antacids; calcium supplements;
products containing magnesium, aluminum, or minerals;
and herbal products or vitamins. tell your doctor if
you have or have ever had kidney disease; problems or
abnormalities with your esophagus; upper gastrointestinal
disease such as ulcers, gastritis, heartburn, chronic
stomach problems, or duodenitis; below-normal calcium
levels in your blood; or if your are unable to stand
or sit upright for 30 minutes. tell your doctor if you
are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding.
If you become pregnant while taking Actonel, call
your doctor. if you are having surgery, including dental
surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking
Actonel.
Overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control
center. If the victim has collapsed
or is not breathing, call local emergency services at
911.
Missed Dose
If you have not already had the first food or first
drink of the day (other than water), take the missed
dose as soon as you remember it. If you have already
eaten or drank, skip the missed dose. Continue your
usual schedule the next day.
Storage
Keep Actonel in the container it came in, tightly
closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room
temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not
in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is
outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist
about the proper disposal of your medication.
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