Osteofos 35 Tablet

Osteofos 35 Tablet is used to prevent or treat weakening of the bones (osteoporosis), caused by menopause or use of steroids), and treat Paget's disease of the bone. This medicine helps regulate bone remodeling by reducing bone turnover. It also alleviate bone pain, reduce fractures, and improve bone density. Osteofos 35 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 35 Tablet is only part of a program of treatment that may also include changes to your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements. The most common side effects include headache, musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, indigestion, heartburn, and diarrhea. These are usually mild and will disappear after a short time. If they do not go away, tell your doctor. Osteofos 35 Tablet can cause serious kidney problems, especially if you are dehydrated, if you take diuretic medicine (water pills), or if you already have kidney disease. It can also cause low levels of calcium in the blood and pain in the mouth or jaw. These are serious side effects and need urgent medical attention. Tell your doctor straight away. You should not be given this medicine if you are breastfeeding. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have kidney problems or low calcium levels. Also, let your doctor know what other drugs you are taking. Some of them may affect or be affected by, this medicine, especially medicines used to treat severe infections and osteoporosis. You may need frequent medical tests to check your kidney function and mineral levels. Avoid smoking or try to quit as smoking can reduce your bone mineral density, making fractures more likely. Drinking large amounts of alcohol can also cause bone loss and should be avoided.

• Treatment of Osteoporosis
• Treatment of Paget's disease

Osteofos 35 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.

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 35 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Heartburn
• Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
• Indigestion

AlcoholSAFE

Consuming alcohol with Osteofos 35 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Osteofos 35 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Osteofos 35 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. If you are taking Osteofos 35 Tablet during breastfeeding, monitor baby's blood calcium levels during the first two months.

DrivingUNSAFE

Osteofos 35 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Osteofos 35 Tablet is not expected to have any effects but in rare cases, it may cause dizziness, severe muscle, joint and bone pain and eye pain or inflammation. This may affect your ability to drive.

KidneyCAUTION

Osteofos 35 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Osteofos 35 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Dose adjustment is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.

LiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Osteofos 35 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Osteofos 35 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Osteofos 35 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\\n

Chemical Class

Bisphosphonate Derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Pain analgesics

Action Class

Bone resorption inhibitor -Bisphosphonates