Bondronat: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

Use

What is Bondronat used for?

Bondronat is a drug that is available in the form of an injection liquid as well as a tablet. This drug has ibandronate as its main active ingredient. This drug belongs to the class of bisphosphonate drugs that work by stopping bone damage.

This drug is used by breast cancer patients to slow the development of cancer cells in the bones. This medication can help prevent bone loss to prevent fractures and prevent other bone problems requiring surgery or radiotherapy.

In addition to breast cancer patients, this drug can also be used to help reduce excessive calcium levels in the blood which, usually, is caused by a tumor in the body.

This drug is included in prescription drugs, so you can only get it if you use a prescription drug.

How do I use Bondronat?

There are a number of things you should pay attention to if you are using this medicine. However, there is a slight difference between the use of injection liquid preparations and tablet preparations. Here's how to use Bondronat in tablet preparations, including:

• This medicine should be swallowed and assisted with a glass of water. Avoid using drinks such as juices, coffee and tea as they can affect how these drugs work in your body.
• Do not chew, suck, split, and crush the drug first. The reason is, if this drug is chewed or smoked it can cause ulcers in the mouth area.
• After taking this medication, do not lie down for the first 60 minutes. Sit or stand up as this can help the medicine get to your stomach more quickly and prevent your esophagus from becoming irritated.
• This medicine should be consumed 30 minutes before eating, drinking, or taking other medicines. This is because food and drugs can affect the absorption of these medicinal tablets.
• Your doctor will determine how long you should take Bondronat based on your body's response to drug use.

Meanwhile, here are the procedures for using Bondronat in injection liquid preparations.

• The injection dosage of this drug is usually given in a hospital by a medical professional such as a doctor or nurse.
• Your doctor will decide how much dose you receive from taking this drug, based on your health condition.
• Usually, this medication is added to an intravenous fluid and injected through a vein for one to two hours of use.
• To treat conditions such as hyperkalemia, patients usually only need one dose of use.
• Meanwhile, for the treatment of metastatic bone problems, this drug may be used once a month.

How do I store Bondronat?

The following are the bondronat storage procedures that you should pay attention to, such as:

• Keep this medication out of reach of children and pets.
• Store this medication at room temperature.
• Do not expose this medication to direct sunlight or light as this may damage the form of the drug.
• Do not store this medication in a humid place such as the bathroom.
• Do not store this medication in the freezer until it freezes.
• Do not use this medication if it has expired. Usually, the expiration date will be printed on the medicine container. If only month and year are shown, the expiration date refers to the last date of the month mentioned.

If the medicine has expired, or if you no longer use it, dispose of this medication in an environmentally appropriate and safe disposal procedure.

It is better not to mix medicinal waste together with other household waste. Do not also dispose of this drug through drains such as toilets because it can pollute the environment. If you do not know how to safely dispose of drug waste, ask your pharmacist or a local waste disposal agency.

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dose of Bondronat for adults?

Bondronat dosage for breast cancer patients in tablet formulation

• Recommended dosage: one tablet daily.
• However, if you have kidney problems, your doctor may reduce your dose.

The dose of bondronat for breast cancer patients is in a liquid injection preparation

• Recommended dose: 6 mg / 6 mL used every three to four weeks. This drug is given intravenously by infusion for about 15 minutes.

Bondronat dosage for hyperkalemia in liquid injection preparations

• Recommended dosage: 2-4 mg, depending on the severity of your condition. This drug is given by intravenous fluids that are given through a vein within two hours.

What is the dosage of Bondronat for children?

The dosage for use of this drug for children has not been determined. If you are giving this medicine to children, check with your doctor. Learn about the potential benefits and risks of drug use. Only use it if you really need it and your doctor has authorized its use.

In what dosage is Bondronat available?

This drug is available in tablet and injection liquid form.

Side effects

What side effects might occur if using Bondronat?

The use of this drug can also cause symptoms of side effects. Usually, these symptoms are in the form of health conditions, ranging from mild to quite serious.

The following are symptoms of mild side effects that may occur, including:

• Dizzy
• Gag
• Headache
• Nausea
• Pain in the stomach area
• Diarrhea
• Fever, chills, sweating, and sore muscles
• Body temperature increases

However, these side effects will disappear over time. If these side effects do not go away immediately and they get worse, contact your doctor immediately.

On the other hand, there are serious side effects that may occur, including:

• Teeth, gums, and jaw pain
• Bleeding gums
• Teeth feel like coming off
• The jaw is numb
• It's hard to swallow
• The esophagus is irritated
• Irritating to eyes until blurry vision
• The eye feels sore and the more sensitive it is to light exposure
• Watery and itchy eyes
• Pain in the thighs, hips, and groin.
• It's hard to breathe
• Wheezing or shortness of breath
• Swelling of the face, lips and mouth
• Bleeding from the lips, eyes, mouth, nose and genital area.

If you experience any of the side effects mentioned above, stop using the drug immediately and tell your doctor to get medical care.

Warnings & Precautions

What should be known before using Bondronat?

Before you decide to use Bondronat, there are a few things you should know:

• Do not use this medicine if you have a condition such as hypokalemia or low blood calcium levels.
• Also do not use this drug if you have an allergy to Chondronat or its main ingredient, ibandronate.
• Do not use this medicine if the medicine container is open or shows signs that the medicine is not in a good condition.
• Do not use this medication if its validity period has expired.
• Do not use this medication if you cannot stand or sit upright for, at least, 30 minutes.
• Do not use this medication if you have a problem related to the esophagus that is causing you to have difficulty swallowing food.
• Do not give this medicine to children.
• Tell your doctor any health conditions you have, including problems related to kidney function, problems with metabolism, unhealthy teeth, or problems swallowing food.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Is bondronat safe to use for pregnant and lactating women?

This medicine should not be used while pregnant. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the equivalent of the Food and Drug Administration (BPOM) in Indonesia, this drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C. The following references the pregnancy risk category according to the FDA:

• A = No risk,
• B = not at risk in several studies,
• C = May be risky,
• D = There is positive evidence of risk,
• X = Contraindicated,
• N = Unknown

Interaction

What medicines can interact with Bondronat?

Drug interactions can occur if bondronat is used together with other medicines. The interactions between drugs that occur may affect how the drugs work in the body, or increase the risk of side effects of use.

However, on the other hand, these side effects may be the best treatment for your condition. One of the drugs that might interact with Bondronat is:

• Medicines used to treat fairly severe infections
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
• Calcium supplement
• Antacids, drugs used to treat digestive problems

Tell your doctor all types of drugs you use, ranging from prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, multivitamins, dietary supplements, and herbal products. Do not start, stop, and change the dose without your doctor knowing.

What foods and alcohol can interact with bondronate?

Apart from interactions between drugs, interactions can also occur with the food consumed. If you use bondronat tablets, the risk of side effects may increase or the way the drug works in your body.

Discuss with your doctor what foods can interact with Bondronat so you can avoid unwanted interactions.

What health conditions can interact with Bondronat?

Not only food and medicine, bondronat can also interact with the health conditions you have. The interactions that occur can increase the risk of side effects, change how the drug works, and worsen the health conditions you have.

Therefore, tell your doctor about any health problems you have so that the doctor can determine whether this drug is safe or not for you to use.

Overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose of medicine, take the missed dose immediately. However, if time has indicated to take the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose as scheduled. Do not use multiple doses or take two doses separately but within the same day.

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