API

Drug classification

Dosage form

Film-Coated Tablet

API strength per dosage

Risedronate Sodium Hemipentahydrate equivalent to…

Dose

Mechanism of action

Indications

Side effects

Pregnancy category

Precautions

Ensure adequate calcium and vitamin D intake, avoid lying down for 30 minutes post-administration, not recommended for patients with severe renal impairment, caution in patients with active upper GI issues, monitor for osteonecrosis of the jaw and atypical femur fractures, contraindicated in hypocalcemia, esophageal abnormalities.

Contraindications