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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 30, 2024 | 3:21 PM IST
Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is used to treat osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones). It contains Teriparatide which works by increasing bone strength and density. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, swelling/redness at the injection site, upset stomach, diarrhoea, and constipation. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Cadila Healthcare Ltd

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Jan-26

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About Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml

Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml belongs to the class of medication called 'anabolic (promoting bone formation) agent' indicated for prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in adults and helps to strengthen the bone. This medicine also helps to reduce the risk of spine and hip fractures. Osteoporosis is a medical condition in which bone becomes thin or weak. The chance of developing osteoporosis increases with age, after menopause or by taking corticosteroid medications (such as prednisone) for a long period. If proper treatment is not provided then it can even result in broken bones.

Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml contains Teriparatide a synthetic form of the human parathyroid hormone, which helps to regulate calcium metabolism. Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml works by causing the body to build new bone by increasing bone strength and bone mass density (BMD) (thickness) and reduce the risk of fractures by stimulating bone formation. It also increases the thickness of bone and rebuilds bones which reduces the risk of spine and hip fractures.

Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml can cause side effects like nausea, vomiting,  joint pain, leg cramps, swelling/redness at the injection site, upset stomach, diarrhea, constipation, runny nose, cough, and throat irritation. Most of these side effects of Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Consult your doctor before taking Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is not recommended for children below 18 years of age.  Tell your doctor that you are taking Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml before you have any lab test as this medicine could interfere with the results. Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position. To avoid this problem, get out of bed slowly, resting your feet on the floor for a few minutes before standing up. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml to rule out any side effects. Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is a cold chain medicine, and so it has to be stored in the refrigerator between 2-8 degrees Celsius else its efficiency might be lost. Do not store in the freezer or the fridge.

Uses of Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml

Treatment of Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal osteoporosis

Medicinal Benefits

Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is a synthetic form of a natural human hormone called parathyroid hormone (PTH) that is prescribed to prevent and treat osteoporosis in persons with weak bones. It prevents the loss of bones that happens after menopause and helps to rebuild bones. Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml contains Teriparatide which works by causing the body to build new bone and by increasing bone strength and bone mass density (BMD) (thickness) and reduce the risk of fractures by stimulating bone formation. It also increases the thickness of bone and rebuilds bones which reduces the risk of spine and hip fractures. Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is also indicated for the treatment of increasing bone mass in people with osteoporosis, glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis.

Directions for Use

Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Joint pain,
  • Leg cramps
  • Swelling/redness at the injection site
  • Feeling dizzy, tired, or weak
  • Upset stomach
  • Diarrhea 
  • Constipation
  • Runny nose
  • Cough
  • Throat irritation

Drug Warnings

Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is not recommended if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels) or an overactive parathyroid gland, metastatic calcification (extra deposits of calcium in the body) and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food), kidney stones, kidney problems (moderate renal impairment), Paget’s disease of bone (abnormal bone changes), history of skeletal malignancies. It is important that your doctor check your progress regularly to make sure that Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is working properly. Blood and urine tests may be needed to check for unwanted effects. Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml can increase the amount of calcium in your blood or urine. Talk to your doctor before or while using Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml if you have continuing nausea, vomiting, constipation, low energy or muscle weakness. These may be signs there is too much calcium in your blood. Consult your doctor before taking Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Do not take Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml for longer durations unless prescribed by your doctor. If your condition does not improve even after taking the Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml full course, please consult your doctor.  Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml may increase the risk of having cancer while taking longer durations. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns about this risk. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml as it could lead to increased drowsiness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml to rule out any side effects.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug interaction: Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml may interact with a medicine used to treat heart disease (digoxin, digitalis), medication is used to treat psoriasis (calcitriol topical, calcipotriene topical), water pills (furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide).

Drug-Food interaction: No interaction found.

Drug-Disease interaction: Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is not allowed to use in some patients dealing with hyperparathyroidism, malignancy (cancer), metabolic bone disorder, orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure when standing up from sitting or lying down), renal impairment, urolithiasis (stone formation in the bladder or urinary tract).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DIGOXIN
  • DIGITALIS
  • CALCITRIOL
  • CALCIPOTRIENE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • A person should consume calcium and vitamin D in their diet as it helps make stronger bones and avoid everyday osteoporosis dangers.
  • A post-menopausal woman should limit salt intake as it can pose a high risk of losing more bone minerals than other women of the same age.
  • Do regular exercise like weight-bearing exercises which are important for maintaining bone health.
  • Calcium is important for making bones strong. Vitamin D is equally important, which helps to ensure the absorption and retention of calcium in bones, so take food high in calcium and vitamins.

Special Advise

  • Certain diagnostic test like blood test measures the level of calcitonin in your blood and bone density scan is used to check bone mineral density (BMD).
  • Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml should not be prescribed for patients at increased baseline risk of osteosarcoma (bone cancer).
  • Clinical monitoring of urine tests or serum electrolyte concentrations is recommended.
  • Do not take Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml for longer durations unless prescribed by your doctor.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Osteoporosis: It is a medical condition that causes thinning and weakening of the bones. The chance of developing osteoporosis increases with age, after menopause or by taking corticosteroid medications (such as prednisone) for a long period. If proper treatment is not provided then it can even result in broken bones. In starting days, osteoporosis does not show any symptoms.  However, if proper treatment is not provided then it can even lead to broken bones. In Osteoporosis, bones can break at any time even during daily activities like lifting or even from minor activities. Fractures usually occur at the hip, spine or wrist which can even lead to stooped posture (‘dowager’s hump’) and loss of movement.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml. Alcohol intake, along with Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml, may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is advised not to take Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml if you are pregnant unless prescribed by the doctor as Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is a pregnancy category C drug. Your doctor will prescribe Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It isn’t known if Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml passes into breast milk. If it does, it may cause side effects in a child who is breastfed. Talk to your doctor if you breastfeed your child.

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Driving

Caution

It may cause dizziness, fatigue and blurring of vision; do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel drowsy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Tell your doctor if you have kidney disorders as after checking the health condition, a doctor will decide that this medicine is safe to prescribe or not.

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Children

Caution

Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml should not be given to children or adolescents whose age is less than 18 years. Safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads, Ahmedabad 380015, Gujarat, India.
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FAQs

Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is used to treat osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones).
Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml contains Teriparatide is a synthetic form of a natural human hormone called parathyroid hormone (PTH). It works by increasing the number and activity of bone-forming cells (osteoblasts). This strengthens the bones and minimizes the risk of fractures.
Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml can cause kidney stones due to excess calcium deposition when used for a prolonged period. Please consult your doctor before taking Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml as a daily supplement if you have any kidney problems or a history of kidney stones.
Persons whose age is more than 35 years have low estrogen levels, female reaching menopause, too much consumption of alcohol, tobacco, or caffeine, use of glucocorticoid and lack of calcium and vitamin D in the foods are some of the factors that can increase the risk of osteoporosis.
Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is a part of a complete program that includes modifications in diet, regular exercise, bone mineral density testing and intake of calcium and vitamin supplements. Follow all the guidelines given by the doctor very closely.
Yes, Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml may increase serum calcium, urinary calcium, and serum uric acid. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml.
You are not recommended to stop taking Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml without consulting your doctor, as stopping early might affect the treatment's effectiveness. Always follow your doctor’s instructions.
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to become thin and weak. The risk of developing it grows with age, after menopause, or from long-term use of corticosteroid medications like prednisone.
Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is not a steroid, it belongs to a class of medications called anabolic (promoting bone formation) agent.
You are advised to take Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml for as long as prescribed by a doctor to treat your condition effectively. Prolonged or long-term use of Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml increases the risk of cancer. Therefore, follow your doctor’s instructions and do not self-medicate.
Store Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml in a sterile, airtight tamper-proof container at a temperature of 2°C -8°C. Do not freeze.
Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is not advised to use in some patients dealing with hyperparathyroidism, malignancy (cancer), metabolic bone disorder, or orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure when standing up from sitting or lying down), renal impairment, urolithiasis (stone formation in the bladder or urinary tract). However, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
You are recommended to inform your doctor about any other medications, or supplements, you are using before starting Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml. This ensures potential interactions or side effects are avoided. Always follow your doctor’s guidance when combining treatments.
Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml is not recommended during pregnancy unless advised by a doctor, as there is no sufficient data on its safety for the mother or baby. If pregnancy is detected, consult your doctor immediately to evaluate the risks and discontinue use if necessary.
Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml has side effects such as nausea, joint pain, vomiting, leg cramps, swelling, upset stomach, diarrhoea, constipation, running nose, cough, and throat infection. These are temporary and do not require any medical treatment as they gradually reduce over time. Please, consult a doctor if these side effects persist.
Avoid using Bonmax PTH 750 mcg Cartridge 3 ml if you have conditions like hypercalcemia, kidney stones, or Paget’s disease (abnormal bone growth). Regular blood and urine tests are essential to monitor calcium levels. Avoid use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or in children unless advised by a physician. Alcohol should be avoided to prevent excessive drowsiness. Always inform your doctor your medical history and medications you are taking.

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