Leaflet ACTONEL COMBI D 35mg / 500mg / 400UI film-coated tablets
Indicated for: calcium deficiency; osteoporosis
Route of administration: oral
Substance: risedronate + calcium + cholecalciferol (bisphosphonate + mineral + vitamin)
ATC: M05BB04 (Musculo-skeletal system | Drugs affecting bone structure and mineralization | Bisphosphonates, combinations)
Take this medicine on an empty stomach.
Do not take with milk, calcium, iron, magnesium, or antacids if separation is recommended.
The combination of risedronate, calcium, and colecalciferol is used for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis in patients at high risk of fractures. Risedronate helps strengthen bones by inhibiting bone resorption, while calcium and colecalciferol (vitamin D3) contribute to maintaining bone health.
The medication is taken orally, as directed by a doctor, usually once weekly for risedronate and daily for calcium and vitamin D3. It is important for patients to follow the treatment regimen and avoid lying down for 30 minutes after taking risedronate.
Patients should be aware of potential side effects, such as gastrointestinal disturbances, muscle pain, or hypercalcemia. It is important to inform the doctor of any unusual symptoms.
Common side effects include gastrointestinal disturbances, muscle pain, and hypercalcemia. In rare cases, severe reactions such as jaw osteonecrosis or atypical fractures may occur. Patients should be informed of these risks before starting treatment.
General data about ACTONEL COMBI D 35mg / 500mg / 400UI
- Substance: risedronate + calcium + cholecalciferol
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-07-2013
- Product code: W53474001
- Concentration: 35mg / 500mg / 400UI
- Pharmaceutical form: film-coated tablets
- Quantity: 1
- Product type: Original
- Prescription status: P-6L - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.