Actonel
Description
If you are at risk of osteoporosis, talk to your doctor about Actonel. Actonel increases bone mass and works fast to help reverse bone mass loss and protect your bones. In fact, Actonel is the only medicine proven to reduce the risk of spinal fractures in just one year.
Bone is living tissue that is constantly renewing itself. Old bone is taken away and replaced with new bone. With osteoporosis, the cells that take away bone outnumber the renewing cells, causing the bone to become weak and prone to fracture. Actonel helps protect your bones from fracture by restoring the balance between the cells that take away and renew bone.
Recommendations
Follow the directions for taking this medicine provided by your doctor. SWALLOW WHOLE. Do not break, crush, chew, or suck on the tablet before swallowing. TAKE THIS MEDICINE with 6 to 8 ounces of PLAIN WATER ONLY the first thing in the morning, at least 30 minutes before eating, drinking, or taking any other medicine unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
If your doctor instructs you to take this medicine differently, be sure to follow all instructions for eating, drinking, and taking antacids or other medicine.
This medicine is effective only if taken on an empty stomach.
DO NOT LIE DOWN for at least 30 minutes after taking this medicine. Calcium or iron supplements, vitamins, or antacids containing calcium, magnesium, or aluminum may interfere with the absorption of this medicine. Take these products or any other medicines at least 30 minutes after taking risedronate.
STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature below 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. Take this medicine regularly as directed by your doctor to receive the most benefit from it.
IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. DO NOT take 2 doses at once.
It is important to have enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have questions about your diet or about taking dietary supplements with calcium or vitamin D.
KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using this medicine. IF YOU HAVE ANY TYPE OF SURGERY and cannot sit or stand upright following surgery, check with your doctor before continuing this medicine.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any medicines which contain aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen.
IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy.
Debora Li, Germany, 55:
Thanks for your attention to my recent actonel order. Your service is the best yet and I appreciate it. I had my order in hand within just a few days of placing it. That is just about as good as driving to the local drug store, for a lot less money. Keep up the good work, and you will have our business for a long time.
Kathryn Wilson, Utah, 58:
You will be happy to know that I received my Actonel today. I just wanted to thank your customer service team for their support. Even though it took quite a while to receive my order I always felt your staff's attention. Every time I e-mailed to inquire about my order I received an e-mail back with an answer the very next day and that was greatly appreciated! I look forward to doing business with you again!
Many things put people at risk for osteoporosis. The following people have a higher chance of getting osteoporosis.
Women who:
-are going through or who are past menopause ("the change")
-are white (Caucasian) or Asian
People who:
-are thin
-have family member with osteoporosis
-do not get enough calcium or vitamin D
-do not exercise
-smoke
-drink alcohol often
-take bone thinning medicines (like prednisone or other corticosteroids) for a long time
Those people should take Actonel to avoid osteoporosis.
Precautions
It is important to have enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have questions about your diet or about taking dietary supplements with calcium or vitamin D.
KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using this medicine. IF YOU HAVE ANY TYPE OF SURGERY and cannot sit or stand upright following surgery, check with your doctor before continuing this medicine.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any medicines which contain aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen.
IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy.
Debora Li, Germany, 55:
Thanks for your attention to my recent actonel order. Your service is the best yet and I appreciate it. I had my order in hand within just a few days of placing it. That is just about as good as driving to the local drug store, for a lot less money. Keep up the good work, and you will have our business for a long time.
Kathryn Wilson, Utah, 58:
You will be happy to know that I received my Actonel today. I just wanted to thank your customer service team for their support. Even though it took quite a while to receive my order I always felt your staff's attention. Every time I e-mailed to inquire about my order I received an e-mail back with an answer the very next day and that was greatly appreciated! I look forward to doing business with you again!
Many things put people at risk for osteoporosis. The following people have a higher chance of getting osteoporosis.
Women who:
-are going through or who are past menopause ("the change")
-are white (Caucasian) or Asian
People who:
-are thin
-have family member with osteoporosis
-do not get enough calcium or vitamin D
-do not exercise
-smoke
-drink alcohol often
-take bone thinning medicines (like prednisone or other corticosteroids) for a long time
Those people should take Actonel to avoid osteoporosis.
ACTONEL (active ingredient): risedronate sodium.
ACTONEL (inactive ingredients): crospovidone, ferric oxide red (35-mg tablets only), ferric oxide yellow, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, silicon dioxide, and titanium dioxide.
You should not take Actonel if you have low blood calcium, have severe kidney disease, or cannot sit or stand for 30 minutes. Stop taking Actonel and tell your doctor if you experience difficult or painful swallowing, chest pain, or severe or continuing heartburn as these may be signs of serious upper digestive problems. Side effects are generally mild or moderate and may include back or joint pain, stomach pain or upset, or constipation. Follow dosing instructions carefully. If you have questions, please talk to your doctor.
Ingredients
ACTONEL (active ingredient): risedronate sodium.
ACTONEL (inactive ingredients): crospovidone, ferric oxide red (35-mg tablets only), ferric oxide yellow, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, silicon dioxide, and titanium dioxide.
