Denu
Denu Products are primarily used for
Osteoporosis
About Denu Products
Uses of Denu Products
Denosumab is used in the treatment of osteoporosis. It is also used to treat bone loss in men with prostate cancer and in women with breast cancer who are receiving certain treatments that increase their risk for fractures.
Denu Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Denu are Rash, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Eczema, Upper respiratory tract infection, Sciatica, Pain in extremities, Back pain, Joint pain, Urinary tract infection, Constipation, Abdominal discomfort, Hair loss, Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol), Cystitis.
How Denu Products work
Denosumab is a monoclonal antibody. It binds to a protein that causes bone loss, thereby strengthening the bone and minimizing the risk of fractures.
Patient Concerns about Denu Products
Frequently asked questions about Denu Products
Frequently asked questions about Denosumab
Q. How long can you stay on Denu Injection?
There is no optimal duration of treatment of osteoporosis with Denu Injection. The patient’s response and tolerability to the medicine is continuously monitored through periodic assessments, especially after 5 years of use of Denu Injection. Depending on this, the duration of taking Denu Injection is decided.
Q. Does Denu Injection cause hair loss?
Yes, hair loss is a common side effect of Denu Injection though it does not affect everyone. Discuss with your doctor if you have concerns regarding your hair loss.
Q. Is Denu Injection a chemotherapy drug?
Denu Injection is not a chemotherapy drug. It is a protein (monoclonal antibody) that interferes with the action of another protein in order to treat bone loss and osteoporosis. Treatment with Denu Injection makes the bones stronger and less likely to break.
Q. How is Denu Injection given and how often?
Denu Injection is available as an injection and is given by a healthcare professional. It is given once in 6 months. Your doctor may also advise you to take calcium and vitamin D while taking Denu Injection.
Q. Can Denu Injection be taken during pregnancy?
No, pregnant women should not take Denu Injection. You must use an effective method of birth control during and for at least 5 months after the last dose of Denu Injection if you can become pregnant.
Q. How should Denu Injection be stored?
Denu Injection should be stored in a refrigerator at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C) in the original carton. Warm temperatures can make it ineffective, and therefore proper storage is necessary. When you remove it from the refrigerator, keep it at room temperature [up to 77°F (25°C)] in the original carton and use it within 14 days.
Q. Does Denu Injection cause osteonecrosis of the jaw?
Osteonecrosis is a rare side effect of Denu Injection. It refers to the damage caused to the bone of jaw. To avoid this, you should maintain good oral hygiene and receive routine dental check ups while taking Denu Injection. Contact your doctor and dentist immediately if you experience any problems with your mouth or teeth such as loose teeth, discharge, pain or swelling, or non-healing of sores. These could be signs of osteonecrosis of jaw.
Q. How long can you stay on Denu Injection?
There is no optimal duration of treatment of osteoporosis with Denu Injection. The patient’s response and tolerability to the medicine is continuously monitored through periodic assessments, especially after 5 years of use of Denu Injection. Depending on this, the duration of taking Denu Injection is decided.
Q. Does Denu Injection cause hair loss?
Yes, hair loss is a common side effect of Denu Injection though it does not affect everyone. Discuss with your doctor if you have concerns regarding your hair loss.
Q. Is Denu Injection a chemotherapy drug?
Denu Injection is not a chemotherapy drug. It is a protein (monoclonal antibody) that interferes with the action of another protein in order to treat bone loss and osteoporosis. Treatment with Denu Injection makes the bones stronger and less likely to break.
Q. How is Denu Injection given and how often?
Denu Injection is available as an injection and is given by a healthcare professional. It is given once in 6 months. Your doctor may also advise you to take calcium and vitamin D while taking Denu Injection.
Q. Can Denu Injection be taken during pregnancy?
No, pregnant women should not take Denu Injection. You must use an effective method of birth control during and for at least 5 months after the last dose of Denu Injection if you can become pregnant.
Q. How should Denu Injection be stored?
Denu Injection should be stored in a refrigerator at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C) in the original carton. Warm temperatures can make it ineffective, and therefore proper storage is necessary. When you remove it from the refrigerator, keep it at room temperature [up to 77°F (25°C)] in the original carton and use it within 14 days.
Q. Does Denu Injection cause osteonecrosis of the jaw?
Osteonecrosis is a rare side effect of Denu Injection. It refers to the damage caused to the bone of jaw. To avoid this, you should maintain good oral hygiene and receive routine dental check ups while taking Denu Injection. Contact your doctor and dentist immediately if you experience any problems with your mouth or teeth such as loose teeth, discharge, pain or swelling, or non-healing of sores. These could be signs of osteonecrosis of jaw.
Products for Denu
Denu Injection
prefilled syringe of 1 ml Injection
MRP
₹8625
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