Pamidronate
Information about Pamidronate
Pamidronate Uses
Pamidronate is used in the treatment of osteoporosis and high calcium levels in the blood.
How Pamidronate works
Pamidronate is a bisphosphonate. It acts by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause the destruction of bone, thereby strengthening the bones and minimizing the risk of fractures.
Common side effects of Pamidronate
Headache, Diarrhea, Low blood platelets, Joint pain, Muscle pain, Vomiting, Conjunctivitis, Nausea, Decreased potassium level in blood, Abdominal pain, Loss of appetite, Decreased phosphate level in blood, Decreased calcium level in blood, Fever, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Atrial fibrillation, Decreased magnesium level in blood, High blood pressure, Bone pain, Constipation, Flu-like symptoms, Tiredness, Lymphocytopenia, Granulocytopenia, Sleep disturbance, Skin rash, Generalized pain, Hydronephrosis, Infusion site reaction
Available Medicine for Pamidronate
BiodronateUnited Biotech Pvt Ltd
₹1749 to ₹46403 variant(s)
PamidriaCipla Ltd
₹1800 to ₹32643 variant(s)
CedroinHealth Biotech Limited
₹2390 to ₹34902 variant(s)
ArediaNovartis India Ltd
₹41121 variant(s)
DrineNeon Laboratories Ltd
₹51581 variant(s)
PamiredDr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
₹1200 to ₹39202 variant(s)
PamimedCelon Laboratories Ltd
₹34001 variant(s)
PamidroHealth Biotech Limited
₹1175 to ₹22902 variant(s)
AredronetSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹1830 to ₹30002 variant(s)
BonapamAlkem Laboratories Ltd
₹2306 to ₹52203 variant(s)
Expert advice for Pamidronate
- Your doctor has prescribed Pamidronate to make your bones stronger and lower the risk of fractures.
- Take it in the morning at least 30 minutes before eating or drinking anything.
- Maintain an upright posture for 30 minutes after taking the medication so the medicine does not irritate your food pipe.
- It may cause the amount of calcium in your blood to fall. Take calcium-rich food in your diet and have regular blood tests to monitor the level of calcium in your blood.
- It is important to look after your mouth and teeth while you are taking this medicine. Have regular dental check-ups and inform your dentist about taking Pamidronate.
- It is given by injection into a vein, usually over at least 15 minutes or as directed by your doctor.
- Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
- It can lower the level of calcium in the blood. Take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
- You may develop fever or flu like symptoms, such as chills, tiredness and weakness. These are usually temporary and should go away after a few days. You may take a pain reliever/fever reducer to prevent or treat these symptoms.
- It may cause a rare condition called osteonecrosis of the jaw. Have regular dental check-ups and inform your doctor if you develop sudden pain in your jaw.
- Your doctor will monitor your response to Pamidronate by testing your bone mineral density (BMD). This is usually done every 1-3 years.
- Do not take it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Your doctor has prescribed Pamidronate to make your bones stronger and lower the risk of fractures.
- Take it in the morning at least 30 minutes before eating or drinking anything.
- Maintain an upright posture for 30 minutes after taking the medication so the medicine does not irritate your food pipe.
- It may cause the amount of calcium in your blood to fall. Take calcium-rich food in your diet and have regular blood tests to monitor the level of calcium in your blood.
- It is important to look after your mouth and teeth while you are taking this medicine. Have regular dental check-ups and inform your dentist about taking Pamidronate.