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zoledronic-acid

This medication is recommended in the management of osteoporosis (bone disorder in which the bones become extremely weak) in men and post-menopausal women.

Contradications

This medication is not recommended in patients allergic to bisphosphonates.

Side effects

Patients using this medication may at times experience headache, nausea, vomiting, and hypophosphatemia (decreased level of phosphates in blood). If you experience any of these symptoms for a long period of time, consult your doctor immediately.

FAQs

What does zoledronic acid treat?

It is used in the treatment of osteoporosis.

How to overcome with nausea and vomiting that usually follows after using this medicine?

Try distracting yourself with some other work and move around in fresh air.

How to make sure this drug has been working fine?

You will be asked by your physician to check your BMD (bone mineral density) within 1-3 years of this medicine’s commencement. Its result will tell whether the drug is working right or not.

In what conditions is it strictly contraindicated?

You are not advised to use this medicine during pregnancy and lactation.

What is the right time to take this medicine?

30 minutes before breakfast.

Is it safe for pregnant and lactating females?

No, it is not.

Medicines containing zoledronic-acid

Aclasta 5mg

By Novartis

Pack size: 1 Vial

Rs.32000

Edonax IV 5mg

By S.J. & G. Fazul Ellahie

Pack size: 1 Vial

Rs.17736

Kedronico 4mg

By Oncogene

Pack size: 1 Vial

Rs.16150

Zoldic 4mg

By CCL

Pack size: 1 Vial

Rs.15000

Zoldria 4mg

By Cipla-A.J. Mirza

Pack size: 1 Vial

Rs.15000

Zometa 4mg

By Novartis

Pack size: 1 Vialx100ml

Rs.23215.63

Zoledronic Acid AHP 4 mg

By Al Habib Pharmaceuticals

Pack size: 1 Vial

Rs.21629