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Osteofos 70 Tablet is indicated for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in adults and helps to strengthen bones. Also, it helps to reduce the risk of spine and hip fractures. It contains Alendronate sodium, which prevents bone breakdown by slowing bone loss. This helps in keeping the bones strong and increases the thickness of bone, and reduces the risk of broken bones (fractures). It also helps rebuild bones, which reduces the risk of spine and hip fractures. In some cases, it may cause side effects such as stomach pain, constipation, nausea, gas, and diarrhoea. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Osteofos 70 Tablet is used to prevent and treat osteoporosis in adults and helps strengthen bones. 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.
Osteofos 70 Tablet contains 'Alendronate sodium', which comes in the category of drugs known as 'bisphosphonates”, which prevent bone breakdown by slowing bone loss. This helps in keeping the bones strong and increases the thickness of bone, and reduces the risk of broken bones (fractures). It also helps rebuild bones, which reduces the risk of spine and hip fractures.
Your doctor will advise you how often you take Osteofos 70 Tablet based on your medical condition. It has been reported that some persons experience undesirable effects of name that include stomach pain, constipation, nausea, gas, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Osteofos 70 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
The use of Osteofos 70 Tablet is restricted in persons who are allergic to any constituent of medication or have problems with the oesophagus or low levels of calcium in the blood. This medicine should not be taken by a person who cannot sit upright or stand for at least half an hour after taking this medicine. This medication can increase the risk of jaw bone problems (osteonecrosis), which is high in persons with pre-existing dental problems or people treated with steroids, cancer, blood cell disorders, or radiation. So, consult with the doctor about the risks associated with Osteofos 70 Tablet. This medicine is only a part of a complete program of treatment that includes bone mineral density testing, diet changes, exercise, and taking calcium and vitamin supplements, so follow all the directions given by the doctor.
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Osteofos 70 Tablet comes into the category of bisphosphonates, which 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. Osteofos 70 Tablet contains Alendronate sodium, which helps to maintain strong bones and reduces the chances of broken bones (fractures). It also increases the thickness of bone and rebuilds bones, which reduces the risk of spine and hip fractures. Osteofos 70 Tablet is also indicated for the treatment of increasing bone mass in people with osteoporosis, glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis and Paget's disease of bone.
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Osteofos 70 Tablet can increase the risk of jaw bone problems (osteonecrosis), especially in people who are being treated with steroids, chemotherapy, radiation, cancer, blood cell disorders, and pre-existing dental problems. Let your doctor know if you ever had problems with the oesophagus, low blood calcium levels, trouble swallowing, problems with your stomach or digestion, hypocalcaemia, a dental problem (you may need a dental exam before you begin taking alendronate), kidney disease; or any condition that makes it hard for your body to absorb nutrients from food (malabsorption) before taking this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult with their doctor before taking Osteofos 70 Tablet.
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A person should limit the consumption of alcohol as it can increase the risk of stomach side effects from Osteofos 70 Tablet. Talk to the doctor, and they will check on the stomach problems.
Pregnancy
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It is unknown whether Osteofos 70 Tablet may harm the baby, so tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to be pregnant. It should only be used if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk.
Breast Feeding
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It isn’t known if Osteofos 70 Tablet 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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Osteofos 70 Tablet does not influence a person's ability to drive so one can drive safely.
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Caution
Osteofos 70 Tablet should be taken with caution and should only be suggested by the doctor.
Kidney
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Tell your doctor if you have kidney disorders, as after checking the health condition, the doctor will decide whether this medicine is safe to prescribe or not.
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Osteofos 70 Tablet should not be given to children or adolescents whose age is less than 18 years.
Osteofos 70 Tablet is indicated for preventing and treating osteoporosis in adults and helps strengthen bones. This medicine also reduces the risk of spine and hip fractures. Osteoporosis is a medical condition in which bone becomes thin or weak.
Osteofos 70 Tablet contains Alendronate sodium, a drug known as bisphosphonates. Bisphosphonates prevent bone breakdown by slowing bone loss. This helps keep bones strong, increases bone thickness, and reduces the risk of broken bones (fractures). It also helps rebuild bones, which reduces the risk of spine and hip fractures.
A person who is allergic to any component present in Osteofos 70 Tablet, has a problem with the oesophagus, or has low calcium levels in the blood should not take this medicine.
It has been seen that Osteofos 70 Tablet increases the risk of jaw bone problems (osteonecrosis), especially in persons with pre-existing dental problems or people treated with steroids, cancer, blood cell disorders, chemotherapy, or radiation.
A person should take extra care of their dental hygiene while using Osteofos 70 Tablet, and if they are going for any dental work (especially surgery), they should tell the dentist ahead of time that they are taking this medicine.
Persons whose age is more than 35 years have low estrogen levels, females reaching menopause, too much consumption of alcohol, tobacco, or caffeine, use of glucocorticoids and lack of calcium and vitamin D in foods are some of the factors that can increase the risk of osteoporosis.
If a person notices serious problems in the stomach or oesophagus, they should stop taking this medicine and report to the doctor immediately.
Osteofos 70 Tablet is part of a complete program that includes diet modifications, regular exercise, bone mineral density testing, and calcium and vitamin supplement intake. Follow all the guidelines given by the doctor very closely.
A person should limit or quit smoking as it can reduce bone mineral density and increase the risks of fractures.
Osteofos 70 Tablet may cause side effects like stomach pain, constipation, nausea, gas, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Osteofos 70 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Lying down after taking Osteofos 70 Tablet may irritate the oesophagus and stomach. Therefore, do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after you take Osteofos 70 Tablet. Sit or stand upright for at least 30 minutes after taking Osteofos 70 Tablet.
Yes, Osteofos 70 Tablet may cause hair loss as a side effect. If you experience hair loss during treatment with Osteofos 70 Tablet, please consult the doctor.
Osteofos 70 Tablet should be used in pregnant women only if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Osteofos 70 Tablet may cause hair loss and tiredness. However, it does not cause cancer or an increase in blood pressure. Please consult the doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms while on treatment with Osteofos 70 Tablet.
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