What side effects may I notice from receiving Risedronate?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care provider as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions (skin rash, itching or hives; swelling of the face, lips, or tongue)
-bone pain
-changes in vision
-eye irritation, itching
-general ill feeling or flu-like symptoms
-heartburn (burning feeling in chest, often after eating or when lying down)
-increase in blood pressure
-infection (fever, chills, cough, sore throat, pain or trouble passing urine)
-jaw pain, especially after dental work
-joint pain
-low calcium levels (fast heartbeat; muscle cramps or pain; pain, tingling, or numbness in the hands or feet; seizures)
-muscle pain
-painful or difficulty swallowing
-redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care provider if they continue or are bothersome):

-constipation
-depressed mood
-diarrhea
-dizziness
-headache
-nausea
-stomach pain
-swelling of the ankles, feet, hands
-trouble sleeping

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Risedronate. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.