Pamidronate (60mg)
Biodronate 60 Injection is given by a doctor or nurse. You will not need to do this yourself. How much you are given, and how often, will be decided by your doctor. It may just be a single injection but if you are being treated for bone problems caused by the spread of cancer you may need regular injections. Your doctor will ask you to drink plenty of water before the injection, to avoid getting dehydrated. It may take several days to get the full benefit of this drug. Biodronate 60 Injection 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, back pain, muscle pain, indigestion, diarrhea, and heartburn. These are usually mild and will disappear after a short time. If they do not go away, tell your doctor. Biodronate 60 Injection 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 injection, especially medicines used to treat severe infections and medicines used to treat cancer 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.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Biodronate
1 Injection
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Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Biodronate 60 Injection is a bisphosphonate. It acts by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause the destruction of bone, thereby strengthening the bones and minimizing the risk of fractures.
Related Warnings
Consuming alcohol with Biodronate 60 Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Biodronate 60 Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Biodronate 60 Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
If you are taking Biodronate 60 Injection during breastfeeding, monitor the baby's blood calcium levels during the first two months.
Biodronate 60 Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Biodronate 60 Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Biodronate 60 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Biodronate 60 Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Biodronate 60 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Biodronate 60 Injection in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Biodronate 60 Injection helps in preventing breakdown of the bones. Bone is continuously being broken down and regenerated by special kinds of bone cells by a process called remodelling or turnover. However, conditions like bone stress and bone marrow edema may create pain and imbalance in this daily turnover. Biodronate 60 Injection acts in the areas with increased bone turnover, decreases this process of breakdown and thereby reduces the pain and discomfort associated with it.
Biodronate 60 Injection should be administered under the supervision of a doctor or a trained healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It is given as a 1-2 hour infusion by a drip into a vein in your arm. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Biodronate 60 Injection.
Your dose of Biodronate 60 Injection will be decided by your doctor depending on your condition. Usually, an individual requires 1-3 doses of Biodronate 60 Injection.However, the exact dose and its frequency will depend on your illness and how well you respond to the treatment.
No, Biodronate 60 Injection may not be safe in pregnancy or breastfeeding. Although Biodronate 60 Injection does not affect the fertility of women or the sperm count in males, it is best to consult your doctor before taking Biodronate 60 Injection. In general, avoid Biodronate 60 Injection if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding to avoid any harmful effects on the baby. There is not enough data available to know the exact effect of Biodronate 60 Injection on the unborn baby or via breast milk. Also, women who are taking Biodronate 60 Injection are advised to avoid pregnancy after 6 months of completing treatment with Biodronate 60 Injection.. This is because traces of Biodronate 60 Injection stays in the bones for long periods of time and may be released during this time which can cause harm to the baby.
Yes, Biodronate 60 Injection can cause hair loss, but this is not a common side effect. If you experience hair loss while taking this medication immediately report to your doctor and follow the advice given.
Biodronate 60 Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
To get maximum benefit from Biodronate 60 Injection, there are certain lifestyle changes that you must adhere to. Include some calcium or Vitamin D rich foods for bone strength. Try to spend more time in sunlight to get natural vitamin D. Quit smoking and reduce alcohol consumption as they may harm your bones. You can take up an exercise regime such as walking and low-impact aerobics as they are good for your bones. Similarly, you can try strength-training exercises where you use your own body weight which in turn improve bone health.
