Orthocole 5 600 5600 IU Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 22 Jul 2025
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis to reduce fracture risk.
Dosage (summary)
70 mg/5600 IU once weekly.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Mild-to-moderate renal insufficiency
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not for use in pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- NSAIDs
- Calcium supplements
- Antacids
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Oesophageal abnormalities
- Inability to sit upright
- Hypocalcaemia
- Severe renal insufficiency
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
- Paediatric age group
Common side effects
- Abdominal pain
- Dyspepsia
- Oesophageal ulcer
- Dysphagia
- Musculoskeletal pain
Counselling Points
- Take with a full glass of water
- Do not lie down for 30 mins after taking
- Report any oesophageal symptoms
- Missed dose: take next morning, do not double dose
Serious warnings
- Oesophageal irritation
- Osteonecrosis of the jaw
- Atypical femoral fractures
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