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Warnings
What may interact with Risedronate?
-aluminum hydroxide
-antacids
-aspirin
-calcium supplements
-NSAIDS, medicines for pain and inflammation, like ibuprofen or naproxen
-iron supplements
-magnesium supplements
-stomach acid blockers like cimetidine, famotidine, ranitidine, or omeprazole
-vitamins with minerals
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Risedronate?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-bleeding disorder
-cancer
-dental disease
-difficulty swallowing
-infection (fever, chills, cough, sore throat, pain or trouble passing urine)
-kidney disease
-low levels of calcium in the blood
-low red blood cell counts
-receiving steroids like dexamethasone or prednisone
-stomach or intestine problems
-trouble sitting or standing for 30 minutes
-an unusual or allergic reaction to risedronate, other drugs, foods, dyes or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Risedronate?
Visit your health care provider for regular checks on your progress. It may be some time before you see the benefit from this drug.
Some people who take this drug have severe bone, joint, or muscle pain. This drug may also increase your risk for jaw problems or a broken thigh bone. Tell your health care provider right away if you have severe pain in your jaw, bones, joints, or muscles. Tell you health care provider if you have any pain that does not go away or that gets worse.
You should make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D while you are taking this drug. Discuss the foods you eat and the vitamins you take with your health care provider.
You may need blood work done while you are taking this drug.
Tell your dentist and dental surgeon that you are taking this drug. You should not have major dental surgery while on this drug. See your dentist to have a dental exam and fix any dental problems before starting this drug. Take good care of your teeth while on this drug. Make sure you see your dentist for regular follow-up appointments.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Throw away any unused drug after the expiration date.
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