Generic equivalent of risedronate sodium
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Risedronate sodium is the generic equivalent of the brand-name drug risedronate sodium. Licensed pharmacies, clinics, doctor's offices, and veterinary practices can source wholesale Risedronate sodium through Premier Pharma with same-day fulfillment on in-stock SKUs.
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Risedronate sodium is a bisphosphonate indicated for: Treatment and prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis ( 1.1 ) Treatment to increase bone mass in men with osteoporosis ( 1.2 ) Treatment and prevention of glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis ( 1.3 ) Treatment of Paget's disease ( 1.4 ) Limitations of Use Optimal duration of use has not been determined. For patients at low-risk for fracture, consider drug discontinuation after 3 to 5 years of use. ( 1.5 ) 1.1 Postmenopausal Osteoporosis Risedronate sodium tablets are indicated for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. In postmenopausal women with osteoporosis, risedronate sodium tab…
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse reactions reported in greater than 10% of patients treated with risedronate sodium and with a higher frequency than placebo are: back pain, arthralgia, abdominal pain, and dyspepsia (6.1) Hypersensitivity reactions (angioedema, generalized rash, bullous skin reactions, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, and toxic epidermal necrolysis), and eye inflammation (iritis, uveitis) have been reported rarely (6.2) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Sun Pharmaceu…
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS No specific drug-drug interaction studies were performed. Risedronate is not metabolized and does not induce or inhibit hepatic microsomal drug-metabolizing enzymes (for example, Cytochrome P450). Calcium, antacids, or oral medications containing divalent cations interfere with the absorption of risedronate sodium ( 7.1 ) 7.1 Calcium Supplements/Antacids Coadministration of risedronate sodium and calcium, antacids, or oral medications containing divalent cations will interfer…
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Treatment of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis: 5 mg daily, 35 mg once-a-week, 75 mg two consecutive days each month, 150 mg once-a-month ( 2.1 ) Prevention of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis: 5 mg daily, 35 mg once-a-week ( 2.2 ) Men with Osteoporosis: 35 mg once-a-week ( 2.3 ) Glucocorticoid-Induced Osteoporosis: 5 mg daily ( 2.4 ) Paget's Disease: 30 mg daily for 2 months ( 2.5 ) Instruct patients to: Swallow tablet whole with 6 to 8 ounces of plain water, at least 30 minute…
17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION See FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide) Instruct patients to read the Medication Guide before starting therapy with risedronate sodium tablets and to re-read it each time the prescription is renewed. Instruct patients that risedronate sodium delayed-release tablets and risedronate sodium tablets contain the same active ingredient and if they are taking risedronate sodium delayed-release tablets, they should not take risedronate sodium tablets [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Instruct patients to pay particular attention to the dosing instr…
Source: FDA. For professional use only. Not a substitute for prescribing information.
| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| RISEDRONATE 150 MG 3 TAB | 2-Day |
| RISEDRONATE 35 MG 12 TAB | 2-Day |
| RISEDRONATE 35 MG 4 TAB | 2-Day |
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Risedronate sodium carries an FDA Orange Book TE code of AB. Therapeutically equivalent — meets FDA bioequivalence requirements; may be substituted for the reference listed drug. Always verify substitution with the current Orange Book before dispensing.
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