Ibandronat Stada
Ibandronat Stada 150 mg helps to make your bones stronger and reduces the risk of bone fractures, especially after menopause.
How to Use
Dosage
One tablet, once a month.
Method
Take one tablet once a month. Choose a day you can easily remember. Take it in the morning after waking up, at least 6 hours after your last food or drink (except water), and before you eat or drink anything else. Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of plain water (at least 180 ml). Do not chew, crush, or let it dissolve. Do not lie down for 1 hour after taking it. Do not eat, drink (other than plain water), or take any other medicines for 1 hour after taking it.
Do not take more than one tablet per month.
Possible Side Effects
- •Headache
- •Heartburn, indigestion, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain (which can be due to stomach inflammation), difficulty swallowing
- •Muscle cramps, stiff joints, flu-like symptoms (such as fever, chills, general discomfort, bone and muscle pain), rash
- •Severe chest pain, very bad pain after swallowing food or drink, severe nausea or vomiting, or trouble swallowing. These could be signs of serious inflammation or ulcers in your esophagus.
- •Itching, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, leading to breathing difficulties. Very rarely, severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reactions or skin reactions.
- •Persistent eye pain and inflammation.
- •New pain, weakness, or discomfort in your thigh, hip, or groin. These could be early signs of an unusual thigh bone fracture.
- •Pain or soreness in your mouth or jaw. This could be an early sign of serious jaw bone damage (osteonecrosis).
- •Ear pain, ear infection, or discharge from the ear. These could be signs of bone damage in the ear.
- •Dizziness
- •Gas (flatulence), bloating
- •Back pain
- •Feeling tired and worn out
- •Asthma attacks
- •Symptoms of low blood calcium (hypocalcemia), including muscle cramps or spasms and/or tingling in your fingers or around your mouth.
- •Inflammation of the duodenum (first part of the small intestine) causing stomach pain.
- •Hives
Important Warnings
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to ibandronic acid or any other ingredients.
- Do not take this medicine if you have problems with your esophagus (the tube connecting your mouth to your stomach), such as narrowing or difficulty swallowing, or if you cannot stand or sit upright for at least one hour after taking the tablet.
- Contact your doctor if you have or have had low calcium levels in your blood.
- Rarely, this medicine can cause serious jaw problems. Tell your doctor if you have any dental issues, poor dental hygiene, or need a tooth removed. Seek medical help immediately if you experience jaw pain, swelling, loose teeth, or non-healing sores in your mouth.
- Stop taking this medicine and contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe chest pain, pain when swallowing food or drink, severe nausea or vomiting, especially if you didn't drink enough water or lay down within an hour of taking the tablet.
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- Tell your doctor about all other medicines and supplements you are taking, especially those containing calcium, magnesium, iron, or aluminum, and pain relievers like NSAIDs. Wait at least 1 hour after taking this medicine before taking any other medications or supplements.
- This medicine is for women after menopause. Do not use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or could become pregnant. If you are breastfeeding, you must stop before starting this medicine.
Use in Elderly Patients
Suitable for older adults, with specific precautions. Do not use in severe renal impairment. The medicine must be taken with sufficient liquid and the patient should then remain in an upright position for 30 minutes. Iron, magnesium, aluminium and calcium decrease absorption. Assessment by a dentist recommended before treatment. (updated 20.5.2024)