Indias Best ePharmacy: Rokfos Iv Infusion

Constituents

Zoledronic Acid (5mg)

Usage of Rokfos Iv Infusion

Rokfos 5 mg Infusion is used in the treatment of osteoporosis. It treats osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and men at high risk of fractures.

Possible Side-effects

Common

Headache
Back pain
Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
Indigestion
Heartburn
Diarrhea

Unit

1 Bottle of 100 Ml

Manufacturer

Cipla Ltd

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How to use Rokfos Iv Infusion

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Medicine Works

Rokfos 5 mg Infusion is a bisphosphonate. It works by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause destruction of bone. This strengthens the bones and minimizes the risk of fractures.

Related Warnings

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Rokfos 5 mg Infusion is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

Rokfos 5 mg Infusion is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

Rokfos 5 mg Infusion may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

There is limited information available on the use of Rokfos 5 mg Infusion in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

There is limited information available on the use of Rokfos 5 mg Infusion in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

It is given by injection into a vein, usually over at least 15 minutes or as directed by your doctor.
Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
It can lower the level of calcium in the blood. Take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
You may develop fever or flu like symptoms, such as chills, tiredness and weakness. These are usually temporary and should go away after a few days. You may take a pain reliever/fever reducer to prevent or treat these symptoms.
ItÃÂ may cause a rare condition called osteonecrosis of the jaw. Have regular dental check-ups and inform your doctor if you develop sudden pain in your jaw.
Your doctor will monitor your response to Rokfos 5 mg Infusion by testing your bone mineral density (BMD). This is usually done every 1-3 years.
Do not takeÃÂ this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. How to cope-up with nausea and vomiting that occurs after taking Rokfos?

Nausea and vomiting due to Rokfos maybe temporary and it will go away within a day. If you are experiencing nausea or vomiting after having Rokfos, try distracting yourself with some work, and you should try to get plenty of fresh air to minimize your nausea.You should drink plenty of water or electrolytes solution (ORS) after vomiting to prevent dehydration. Please contact your doctor if you had more than 3 episodes of vomiting.