Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for IDROFOS 50 MG TAB and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Disease Interactions
- 11 Technical Classification
- 12 Prescription Statistics
- 12.1 How Frequently is it taken?
- 12.2 What was the Dosage Advised?
- 12.3 Directions with respect to food?
- 12.4 How long was it prescribed?
- 12.5 What is the break-up across patient age-group?
- 12.6 What is the gender-breakup across patients?
- 12.7 What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
- 12.8 Most common Medicines advised along-side?
- 12.9 Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
- 13 Available Alternatives for IDROFOS 50 MG TAB
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Overview
IDROFOS 50 MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.IDROFOS 50 MG TAB is composed of: IBANDRONATE (50 MG)
Ibandronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis). Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break more easily. Ibandronate is a bisphosphonate medicine that alters bone formation and breakdown in the body. This can slow bone loss and may help prevent bone fractures. Swallow tablet with a full glass (6-8 oz) of plain water only. Do not lie down for at least 60 minutes after taking this medication.
Usage
IBANDRONATE is generally used to treat: OsteoporosisFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
How Do I Take It?
IDROFOS 50 MG TAB is generally taken Before Food.Precautions for IDROFOS 50 MG TAB and its Constituents
- Take the tablet first thing in the morning, at least one hour before you eat or drink anything or take any other medication.
- If you take your tablet once a month, take it on the same day each month, first thing in the morning.
- Never take your tablet at bedtime.
- Take ibandronate (Boniva) with a full glass of plain water. Don’t take the medicine with other liquids such as tea, juice, coffee, or mineral water.
- Don’t cut, crush, chew, or suck on the tablet. Swallow it whole.
- Don’t lie down for at least an hour after you take a ibandronate (Boniva) tablet. You must sit or stand upright during this time.
- Boniva may damage your esophagus, cause mouth sores, or not work properly if you don’t follow the instructions provided.
- Caution is advised if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant in the future. This medication may stay in your body for many years. Its effects on an unborn baby are not known.
- Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
Symptoms of Overdosage
IBANDRONATE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Abdomen Pain, Heartburn, Loose Motion, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Unusual BehaviorCommon Side-Effects
IBANDRONATE : Cough, Pain With Urination, Burning Micturition, Fever, Chills, Lower Back Pain, Nervousness, Sneezing, Throat SorenessSerious Side-Effects
IBANDRONATE : Chest Pain, Difficulty Breathing, Shortness Of Breath, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Irregular Heartbeat, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Blood Or Red Colored UrineRare Side-Effects
IBANDRONATE : Hives, Itchy Skin, Skin Rash, Body Pain, Nasal Congestion, Dizziness, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Runny Nose, Muffled Voice, Fatigue (tiredness)Disease Interactions
IBANDRONATE can interfere with: Bacterial Infection, Fungal Infection, Protozoal Infection, Hypocalcemia, Vitamin D Deficiency, Dyspepsia, Peptic Ulcer, Duodenitis, Gastritis, Esophageal Disorders, Acute Renal Failure, AsthmaTechnical Classification
IBANDRONATE is categorized as: BISPHOSPHONATES / BONE RESORPTION INHIBITORS / METABOLIC AGENTSPrescription Statistics
Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.How Frequently is it taken?
| Once every month | 85% |
| Once Daily | 5% |
What was the Dosage Advised?
| 150mg | 100% |
Directions with respect to food?
| Before Food | 100% |
How long was it prescribed?
| 90 Days | 29% |
| 60 Days | 14% |
| 180 Days | 12% |
| 120 Days | 12% |
| 30 Days | 10% |
| 1095 Days | 9% |
| 365 Days | 8% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
| Below 5yrs | 12% |
| 18 to 35yrs | 4% |
| 35 to 50yrs | 9% |
| 50 to 60yrs | 20% |
| 60 to 70yrs | 27% |
| 70yrs and above | 27% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
| Females | 79% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
| Rheumatologist | 43% |
| Orthopaedist | 36% |
| Physician | 16% |
| Oncologist | 4% |
| Neurologist | 1% |
| Cardiologist | 1% |
Most common Medicines advised along-side?
| HCQS 200MG TAB | 15% |
| CCM TAB | 13% |
| NEUROBION FORTE TAB | 12% |
| SHELCAL-HD TAB | 12% |
| FOLVITE 5MG TAB | 11% |
| LACARTIZ TAB | 11% |
| FOL-5 TAB | 10% |
| CALCIROL 1 GM SACH | 10% |
Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
| CBC (HEMATOLOGY) | 15% |
| ESR (HEMATOLOGY) | 12% |
| SGPT TEST (BIOCHEMISTRY) | 12% |
Available Alternatives for IDROFOS 50 MG TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| IDROFOS 50 MG TAB | INR 255 for 5 TABLETS | IBANDRONATE 50 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| IBANDRONATE | IBANDRONATE |