Risedronate sodium

Information About Risedronate sodium

Uses of Risedronate sodium

Risedronate sodium is commonly used to treat osteoporosis, osteoporosis in men, post menopausal osteoporosis, steroid induced osteoporosis and paget's disease of bone.

How Risedronate sodium Works

Risedronate sodium is able to reduce the activity of osteoclasts which in turn reduce the bone resorption. This mechanism is able to maintain the bone integrity of patients

Side Effects of Risedronate sodium

Joint/Muscle/Bone pain, Back pain, Gut disturbances, Allergic reactions, Skin rash, Liver dysfunction, Eye disorders, Osteonecrosis of the jaw, Atypical femur fractures

Authorship

Written By

Dr Sri Viknarajan

MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Risedronate sodium Related Warnings

Alcohol Not Advisable

Alcohol may accentuate the gut disturbances caused by Risedronate sodium. Thus, it is not advisable to consume alcohol with Risedronate sodium concomitantly.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Animal studies have shown reproductive toxicities but there are limited data on the use of Risedronate sodium in pregnant women. Thus, it is contraindicated during pregnancy.

Lactation Not Advisable

Excretion of Risedronate sodium has been found in animal milk but it is unknown in human breastmilk. Thus, Risedronate sodium is contraindicated during breastfeeding.

Driving Generally Safe

Risedronate sodium usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Kidney Use With Care

No dose adjustment is needed for patients with mild to moderate kidney impairment. However, Risedronate sodium is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney impairment.

Liver Use With Care

Risedronate sodium is safe to be used in patients with liver impairment.