Osteofos 5 Mg

Manufactured BY Cipla Ltd, Osteofos tablet is a prescription drug used in the treatment of osteoporosis. It contains alendronic acid and is commonly known as sodium alendronate. You can buy Osteofos 5 mg online with a valid doctor’s prescription.  It is a Bisphosphonate Derivative. It should be stored at room temperature and away from the reach of children and pets. 

How does the drug work?

As a biphosphonate, this medicine inhibits the activity of osteoclasts which are responsible for weakening the bones. This strengthens the bones and reduces the chances of fractures and weakening. You can read about this before you avail Osteofos 5 mg online. This drug can be used to treat osteoporosis in post menopausal women and people who take steroids, and in treating Paget’s disease. 

What are the dosage instructions?

This medicine should always be taken in accordance with the advice of the doctor. This is because any changes in the dose adjustments can prove to be quite detrimental. The medicine should be swallowed as a whole instead of chewing, crushing or breaking it. It should be taken without food, according to what the doctor prescribes, but should ideally be taken at a fixed time regularly to reap maximum benefits.  It is advisable to discuss all possible situations with your doctor before you buy Osteofos 5 mg online.

In case you miss a dose, it is advised to not take it that day and correct the schedule the next day. However, keep in mind that you should never miss out on doses regularly or take a double dose to compensate. This can severely affect your treatment.

If you accidentally overdose on Osteofos tablet, consult your doctor immediately and seek emergency medical care. An overdose may affect different patients in different ways. 

What are the side effects of Osteofos tablet?

Like any other prescription drug, before you avail Osteofos 5 mg online, it is advised to discuss all allergies and medical conditions with your doctor, so that you can be prepared for any possible side effects, which might include:

• Nausea and vomiting 
• Weakness and fatigue 
• Heart palpitations 
• Muscle pain 
• Joint pain 
• Toothache 
• Soreness 
• Vision problems 
• Swelling of ankles and feet 
• Changes in appetite 
• Difficulty in swallowing food 
• Diarrhea 

These side effects should not last for too long. In case they persist over time, immediately consult your doctor. 

Warnings and precautions associated with this medicine:

All medicines come with their own set of warnings which must be understood before starting treatment. It is crucial to take extra care while going through the warnings before you buy Osteofos 5 mg online, as it is used in the treatment of heart problems. Any unusual symptom needs to be reported immediately to the doctor, who may recommend dose adjustments or a suitable replacement. 

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: this drug is not recommended in these situations, unless it is absolutely vital. All risks must be discussed with the doctor. The doctor may recommend stopping breastfeeding based on the clinical diagnosis. 
• Allergies: inform the doctor if you have food or drug related allergies. In case you are allergic to any of the components of the drug, make sure you inform your doctor. 
• Use in children: it is not yet established how this drug reacts to very young children hence this medicine should never be given to children below 18 years of age. 
• Sports and heavy work: it is advised to not indulge in heavy work or play sports while under treatment.  It is advised to consult the doctor before you avail buy Osteofos 5 mg online. 
• Renal impairment: people with a history of kidney related ailments should be careful not to take this medicine without proper medical supervision. Proper monitoring of kidney function may be required. 
• Hypocalcemia: this drug is usually not recommended for people who have lower levels of calcium in their bodies as it may aggravate the condition. Calcium and Vitamin D levels should be checked before recommending this tablet, and proper supplements may be prescribed. 
• Asthma: people with a history of this disease should not take this drug without the recommendation of a doctor as it may lead to unwanted side effects. 
• Osteonecrosis of the jaw: this drug may cause this condition in some people, especially those who are undergoing dental treatments. The patient should be closely monitored and any unusual symptom should be reported. 
• Severe muscle pain: this tablet may lead to extreme muscle pain and soreness in some patients, and the doctor may recommend a suitable alternative or a change in dosage in this situation. 
• Upper gastrointestinal mucosal irritation: this is a fairly common side effect which some patients develop. Any symptom such as abdominal pain and gas, which may be indicative of gastric ulcers, should be reported immediately. 

It is usually advised to take this medicine first thing in the morning and without food, at least an hour before eating or drinking anything. 

Some common substitutes are:

• Alendrate tablet 
• Rafomax tablet 
• Alenost tablet 
• Alenfos  tablet 
• Bifosa  tablet 
• Denfos tablet 

These should never be self-administered and it is advised to read up about all these before you avail Osteofos 5 mg online. If you feel that the current treatment is not effective enough, consult your doctor. 

Interaction of Osteofos tablet with other drugs:

Irrespective of the severity of the reactions, it is always better to inform your doctor before combining two medicines. It must be kept in mind that products containing calcium, iron and magnesium should not be taken together with this medicine. There should be an interval of at least an hour between taking the tablet and taking these supplements. 

FAQs:

Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

Ans- it is not established how alcohol affects this drug, so consult your doctor for such queries. 

Is this a habit forming drug?

Ans- no such tendency has been reported. 

Is it safe to perform heavy work under treatment?

Ans- Osteofos tablet may cause weakness and drowsiness in some patients, hence it is advised to not perform heavy tasks like driving or operating machinery. 

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