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Zoledronic Acid
API |
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Haorui supplies high quality Zoledronic Acid API produced by our
GMP facility that has been successfully inspected by the
FDA.
We offer
competitive prices and support our products with reliable technical and
regulatory services. Zoledronic Acid API is available from R&D to
commercial quantities. Please contact us for more details. |
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The following
information is provided for general information purposes
ONLY. |
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What is
Zoledronic Acid? |
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Zoledronic
Acid inhibits
the release of Calcium from bones. Zoledronic Acid is used
to treat high levels of Calcium in the blood associated with
malignancy (cancer), multiple myeloma (a type of blood
cancer), and bone metastases from solid tumors. Zoledronic
Acid may also be used for purposes other than those listed
in this medication guide. |
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Before using Zoledronic, what should I do? |
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Do not take zoledronic Acid without first
talking to your doctor if your have had an allergic reaction
to zoledronic Acid or another similar medication such as alendronate, etidronate, pamidronate, risedronate, or
tiludronat.
Before taking zoledronic Acid, tell your
doctor if you have:
-aspirin-sensitive asthma
-liver disease
-kidney disease.
You may not be able to take zoledronic
Acid,
or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring
during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed
above.
A dental examination with appropriate
preventive dentistry should be considered before starting
treatment with zoledronic Acid. This is especially important
if you:
-have poor dental health
-have cancer
-are receiving chemotherapy
-are taking corticosteroids.
Zoledronic Acid is in the FDA pregnancy
category D. This means that it is known to be harmful to an
unborn baby. Do not take zoledronic Acid without first
talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become
pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether zoledronic
Acid
passes into breast milk. Do not take zoledronic Acid without
first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a
baby. |
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Precautions before using
Zoledronic Acid
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It is important
that your doctor check your progress at regular visits after
you have received zoledronic Acid. If your condition has
improved, your progress must still be checked. The results
of laboratory tests or the occurrence of certain symptoms
will tell your doctor if your condition is coming back and
if a second treatment is needed.
Tell your doctor
right away if you experience symptoms of agitation, blood in
urine, coma, confusion, decreased urine output, depression,
dizziness, headache, irritability, lethargy, muscle
twitching, nausea, rapid weight gain, seizures, stupor,
swelling of face, ankles, or hands, or unusual tiredness or
weakness. These could be a sign of serious kidney problems.
It is
important that you check with your doctor before having any
dental procedures or surgeries done while you are receiving
zoledronic Acid. Tell your doctor right away if you
experience jaw tightness, swelling, numbing, or pain or a
loose tooth. It could be the sign of a serious jaw disease. |
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Drug Interaction of using
Zoledronic Acid |
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Before taking this medication, tell your
doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
-an aminoglycoside antibiotic such as
amikacin, gentamicin, kanamycin, neomycin, netilmicin,
paromomycin, streptomycin, or tobramycin
-a loop diureticsuch as furosemide,
bumetanide, ethacrynic Acid, or torsemide.
You may not be able to take zoledronic
Acid,
or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring
during treatment if you are taking any of the medicines
listed above.
Drugs other than those listed here may also
interact with zoledronic Acid. Talk to your doctor and
pharmacist before taking any prescription or
over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products.
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Zoledronic Acid side effects
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Stop taking zoledronic Acid and seek
emergency medical attention or contact your doctor
immediately if you experience any of the following serious
side effects:
-an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing;
closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or
face; or hives)
-kidney problems (detected by blood tests)
-low levels of Calcium, magnesium, or
phosphorus in the blood (detected by blood tests).
Other, less serious side effects may be more
likely to occur. Continue to take zoledronic Acid and talk
to your doctor if you experience:
-flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills,
bone pain, or muscle or joint soreness or aches
-stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, or
diarrhea
-redness or swelling at the injection site.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur.
Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual
or that is especially bothersome. |
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If I miss a
dose, what should I do? |
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Contact your doctor if
you miss a dose of zoledronic Acid. |
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If I overdose, what should I do? |
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If for
any reason an overdose of zoledronic Acid is suspected, seek
emergency medical attention or contact your healthcare
provider immediately. |
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Disclaimer:
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Information on
this page is provided for general information
purposes. You should not make a clinical treatment
decision based on information contained in this page
without consulting other references including the
package insert of the drug, textbooks and where
relevant, expert opinion. We cannot be held
responsible for any errors you make in administering
drugs mentioned on this page, nor for use of any
erroneous information contained on this page.
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