RISEDRONATE SODIUM, (ACTONEL) works for treating certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults. Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break more easily. It’s a doctor prescription (RISEDRONATE SODIUM) medicine.

TEVA Pharma Ltd. of USA mfg ACTONEL. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. ACTONEL tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

 

The most common side effects of RISEDRONATE SODIUM are:

Upset stomach, fever, tiredness, muscle aches. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including increased or severe bone/joint/muscle pain, new or unusual hip/thigh/groin pain, jaw pain, eye/vision problems.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any other side effects not listed above.

Genuine medicine is important for treatment. So, always try to source genuine medicines from authentic sources and check the quality of medicines.