Generic for Actonel for Osteoporosis - Drug Information

Generic Name - Residronate

Category - Osteoporosis

Indications

Osteoporosis
Generic Actonel is indicated for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in men, postmenopausal in women. Risedronate (Generic Actonel) is also used in the treatment of Paget's disease, a condition in which patches of bones becomes softened and enlarged.

Generic for Actonel Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Actonel is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Actonel should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment condition.

Hypocalcemia

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Actonel. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.

Antacid
Aspirin
Non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)

Generic for Actonel Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericActonel
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Actonel for osteoporosis is one 5-mg tablet orally, taken daily or one 35-mg tablet orally, taken once a week

Generic for Actonel Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Actonel side Effects include black or tarry stools, eye inflammation, pain, or vision change, low levels of calcium in the blood (may cause symptoms like confusion, severe fatigue or weakness) and pain or difficulty when swallowing.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Actonel.

Generic for Actonel and Pregnancy

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies to indicate the safety and effectiveness of Generic Actonel in pregnant women. Actonel should be taken during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the mother and fetus.

Generic for Actonel and Breastfeeding

It is not known whether Generic Actonel is excreted in human milk. Breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before taking Generic Actonel.

Generic for Actonel and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Actonel in pediatric patients have not been established.

Generic for Actonel and Geriatric

Studies do not indicate any significant difference in the safety and efficacy of Generic Actonel in geriatric patients aged 65 and above.

Note

The above information about Generic Actonel serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.