zoldria 4 mg
zoldria 4 mg Injection is use to treat or prevent weakening of the bones (osteoporosis) cause by menopause or use of steroids. Using this medicine can reduce your risk of breaking bones. It is also usedto treat high levels of calcium in people who have cancer.
zoldria 4 mg Injection is given by a doctor or nurse. How much you are give, and how often, will be decided by your doctor. It may just be a single injection or you may need regular injections depending upon your underlying condition. Your doctor will ask you to drink plenty of water before the injection, to avoid getting dehydrated. It may take several days to get the full benefit of this drug. zoldria 4 mg Injection is only part of a treatment program that may also include changes to your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements.
most common side effects
The most common side effects include nausea, fatigue, anemia, bone pain, constipation, fever, vomiting, and breathlessness. zoldria 4 mg Injection can cause serious kidney problems, especially if you are dehydrated, if you take diuretic medicine (water pills) or if you already have kidney disease. It can also cause low levels of calcium in the blood and pain in the mouth or jaw. These are serious side effects and need urgent medical attention. Tell your doctor straight away if you notice any of these.
You should not be given this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have kidney problems or low calcium levels. Also, let your doctor know what other medicines you are taking. Some of them may affect or be affected by, this injection, especially medicines used to treat severe infections and medicines used to treat cancer and osteoporosis. You may need frequent medical tests to check your kidney function and calcium levels. Avoid smoking as it can reduce your bone mineral density, making fractures more likely. Drinking large amounts of alcohol can also cause bone loss and should be avoided.
USES OF ZOLDRIA INJECTION
Osteoporosis
Hypercalcemia
BENEFITS OF ZOLDRIA INJECTION
In Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a common condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It often occurs in women after menopause. This condition can be treat with bone-strengthening medicines. zoldria 4 mg Injection is a type of medicine call a bisphosphonate. It slows down the rate at which bone is broken down in your body. This maintains bone density and reduces your risk of breaking a bone. The injection is usually give once every year to treat osteoporosis and every two years to prevent it.
You can help improve the strength of your bones by doing regular exercise (especially weight-bearing exercise), eating healthy foods containing calcium and Vitamin D, and reducing your consumption of alcohol and tobacco. Supplements of calcium and Vitamin D3 are also effective.
In Hypercalcemia
Calcium is a mineral found in different places in your body and has many functions including bone growth. Most of your calcium should be in your bones. When you have more calcium in your blood than normal it is call hypercalcaemia. It is a serious condition and affects a large number of people with cancer. Zoldria Injection is a type of medicine call a bisphosphonate. It reduces the amount of calcium in your blood by slowing down the rate at which bone is broke down in your body. This medicine is normally only give once by injection to treat hypercalcaemia, but you may need additional doses. Make sure you attend all appointments with your doctor.
Being immobile makes hypercalcaemia worse. Whenever possible you should take regular exercise, especially weight-bearing exercise. Do not take calcium or vitamin D3 supplements and try to decrease your intake of these in your diet.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ZOLDRIA INJECTION
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worry about them
Common side effects of Zoldria
- Headache
- Back pain
- Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
- Heartburn
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Breathlessness
- Fatigue
- Constipation
- Bone pain
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
HOW TO USE ZOLDRIA INJECTION
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
HOW ZOLDRIA INJECTION WORKS
Zoldria Injection is a bisphosphonate. It works by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause destruction of bone. This strengthens the bones and minimizes the risk of fractures.
Additional information
Generic Brand | Zoledronic Acid |
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Strength | 4 mg |
Pharma Form | Injection/s |
Manufacturer | Cipla Inc |
Treatment | Osteoporosis |
Pack Size | 1 Injection/s, 3 Injection/s, 6 Injection/s |
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