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Biodronate, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Hypercalcemia. The alternative uses of Biodronate have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Biodronate is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Biodronate as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Biodronate are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Biodronate has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Biodronate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Biodronate related warnings section.
The section on Biodronate contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Biodronate may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Biodronate is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Biodronate is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Biodronate safe for pregnant women?
Biodronate has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Biodronate without medical advice.
Is the use of Biodronate safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Biodronate for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Biodronate on the Kidneys?
Biodronate may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Biodronate on the Liver?
Biodronate has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Biodronate on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Biodronate on the heart have been reported.
Biodronate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biodronate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Biodronate habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Biodronate is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Biodronate since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Biodronate is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Biodronate is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Biodronate
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Biodronate, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Biodronate
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Biodronate with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pamidronate disodium
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 345
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 977-979