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Vacosteo is a prescription drug, available for use as Infusion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Osteoporosis. Other than this, Vacosteo has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vacosteo. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Vacosteo side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Vacosteo are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Vacosteo's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Vacosteo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Vacosteo can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Vacosteo in conditions like Dehydration, Kidney Disease, Calcium Deficiency. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Vacosteo contraindications section.
Besides this, Vacosteo may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vacosteo is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Vacosteo is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Vacosteo safe for pregnant women?
Vacosteo can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Vacosteo right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Vacosteo safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Vacosteo. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Vacosteo on the Kidneys?
Vacosteo rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Vacosteo on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Vacosteo on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Vacosteo on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Vacosteo. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Vacosteo 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 Vacosteo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vacosteo habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Vacosteo has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Vacosteo will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Vacosteo is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vacosteo cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Vacosteo
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Vacosteo together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vacosteo
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Vacosteo with alcohol will be.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 345
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zometa® (zoledronic acid)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zoledronic Acid (zoledronic acid)
