Zometa 4mg injection

Name: Zometa
Brand: Novartis
SKU: NOVZOM13539
Price: 20894 PKR
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Brand: Novartis

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Osteoporosis Drugs affecting Bone Metabolism

Zometa 4mg injection is composed of Zoledronic Acid (4mg)

Primary Uses
Indications
Side Effects
Warnings
Contraindications
FAQS

Primary Uses

Osteoporosis

Indications

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

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.

Warnings

Pregnancy

This medication should not be used in pregnancy.

Lactation

This medication should not be used by lactating mothers.

Alcohol

Please avoid consuming alcohol when taking this medicine.

Precautions

This medication should be used with extreme caution in patients with severe renal (kidney) and hepatic (liver) impairment.

Contraindications

This medication is not recommended in patients allergic to bisphosphonates.

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.

Disclaimer

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