Idrofos Kit (Ibandronic Acid 150mg / Calcium 225mg / Vitamin D3 800IU)

INTRODUCTION

IDROFOS contains Ibandronic acid which belongs to a group of medicines called bisphosphonates. It is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis in women after menopause. It helps to increase bone mass and reduce the chance of having a spinal fracture. Postmenopausal osteoporosis develops after menopause, when estrogen levels drop precipitously. These changes lead to bone loss, usually in the trabecular (spongy) bone inside the hard cortical bone. Thinning and weakening of the bones is common in women after the menopause.

IDROFOS reduces the amount of calcium leaving the bone and make the bone stronger by binding to the bone. It slows down the rate of bone loss and increases the bone density, thus reducing the risk of broken bones and fractures. Always take this medicine as directed your Doctor. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have kidney problems or low calcium levels. It is not for children and adolescents below 18 years of age. The common side effects are diarrhoea, headache, stomach or back pain.

USES OF IDROFOS

Treats postmenopausal osteoporosis

HOW IDROFOS WORKS

IDROFOS reduces the amount of calcium leaving the bone and make the bone stronger by binding to the bone. It slows down the rate of bone loss and increases the bone density, thus reducing the risk of broken bones and fractures.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take this IDROFOS as directed your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the medicine. It must be taken on empty stomach.

SIDE EFFECTS OF IDROFOS

COMMON
Headache
Heartburn
Back pain
Stomach pain
Pain in your arms and legs
Diarrhea
Muscle pain
Flu-like symptoms
RARE
Itching
Swelling of face, lips, tongue and throat
Difficulty breathing
Persistent eye pain and inflammation
Weakness
Discomfort in thigh, hip or groin

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Headache:

Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee.

Diarrhea:

Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. ORS should be used to prevent dehydration.

Heartburn:

Avoid late night eating. Do not exercise right after meals.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY
IDROFOS is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

BREASTFEEDING
IDROFOS is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

KIDNEY
IDROFOS should be used with caution in patients suffering from active kidney diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.

ALLERGY
Do not take if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Ibandronic acid or any ingredients of this medicine.

OTHERS

Tell your doctor if you had or have a condition such as:

Problems with your oesophagus
Low blood calcium
Vitamin D deficiency
Swallowing or digestive problems

INTERACTIONS

Inform your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription or the following:

Supplements containing calcium, magnesium, iron or aluminium
Ibuprofen, diclofenac sodium and naproxen
Aspirin