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Generic: etidronate View All Brands Didronel, Didronel I.V. A bisphosphonate - It helps make healthy bone and slows bone loss in people with Paget's disease				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What may interact with this medicine? aluminum hydroxide antacids aspirin calcium supplements drugs for inflammation like ibuprofen, naproxen, and others iron supplements magnesium supplements vitamins with minerals warfarin This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. It may be some time before you see benefit from this medicine. Do not stop taking your medicine unless your doctor tells you to. Your doctor or health care professional may order blood tests or other tests to check how you are doing. You should make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D while you are taking this medicine, unless your doctor tells you not to. Discuss the foods you eat and the vitamins you take with your health care professional. Some people who take this medicine have severe bone, joint, and/ or muscle pain. Tell your doctor if you have pain that does not go away or that gets worse. What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: allergic reactions such as skin rash or itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue black or tarry stools broken bones difficulty passing urine hallucinations heartburn or stomach pain redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth worsening of asthma symptoms Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): bone, joint or muscle pain confusion, depression or trouble with memory diarrhea nausea, vomiting This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.
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