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Etidronate is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Etidronate have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Etidronate depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Etidronate 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
Age Group | Dosage |
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Adult |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Etidronate is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Etidronate safe for pregnant women?
Etidronate shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Etidronate safe during breastfeeding?
Etidronate may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Etidronate, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Etidronate.
What is the effect of Etidronate on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Etidronate. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Etidronate on the Liver?
Etidronate has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Etidronate on the Heart?
Etidronate is rarely harmful for the heart.
Etidronate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etidronate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etidronate habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Etidronate.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Etidronate since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Etidronate is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Etidronate is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Etidronate
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Etidronate and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etidronate
Information about the interaction of Etidronate and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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; Didronel® (etidronate 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 67-68