Minodronic acid
Information about Minodronic acid
Minodronic acid Uses
Minodronic acid is used in the treatment of osteoporosis. It treats osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and men at high risk of fractures.
How Minodronic acid works
Minodronic acid is a bisphosphonate. It acts by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause the destruction of bone, thereby strengthening the bones and minimizing the risk of fractures.
Common side effects of Minodronic acid
Headache, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Back pain, Indigestion, Heartburn, Diarrhea
Available Medicine for Minodronic acid
Minoshine-MPharmanova India Drugs Pvt Ltd
₹3491 variant(s)
MinodronePharmanova India Drugs Pvt Ltd
₹3491 variant(s)
Expert advice for Minodronic acid
- Your doctor has prescribed Minodronic acid to make your bones stronger and lower the risk of fractures.
- Take it in the morning at least 30 minutes before eating or drinking anything.
- Maintain an upright posture for 30 minutes after taking the medication so the medicine does not irritate your food pipe.
- It may cause the amount of calcium in your blood to fall. Take calcium-rich food in your diet and have regular blood tests to monitor the level of calcium in your blood.
- It is important to look after your mouth and teeth while you are taking this medicine. Have regular dental check-ups and inform your dentist about taking Minodronic acid.