Osteonate Plus 2800 Once A Week, Osteonate Plus 5600 Once A Week 87,140 mg; 13,745 mg AND 59,140 mg; 27,490 mg Tablets.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 14 December 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis to reduce fracture risk.
Dosage (summary)
1 tablet once a week; adjust for vitamin D intake.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal insufficiency
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- NSAIDs
- Calcium supplements
- Antacids
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Oesophageal abnormalities
- Severe renal insufficiency
- Hypocalcaemia
- Children under 18
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 swallowing difficulties or chest pain
Serious warnings
- Oesophageal irritation
- Osteonecrosis of the jaw
- Atypical femoral fractures
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