Actonel (Risedronate)
Medical information written by Dr. Larisa Roybal, PharmD
Updated - December 28, 2020
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Available Products
The following medication dosages are available:
- 5mg
- 30mg
- 35mg
- 75mg
- 150mg
Both brand and generic options are available to order online. The active medicinal ingredient in Actonel is Risedronate.
The manufacturer of the brand product is Warner Chilcott or Sanofi. There are various generic manufacturers that product this medicine.
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Delivery Times
Typically orders filled from our affiliate pharmacy in Canada or the United Kingdom will have an estimated shipping time of 7 to 10 business days to the United States. If filled from locations outside of Canada or the UK then the estimated transit time is 10 to 18 business days.
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Actonel (Risedronate) Medication Information
Uses
Actonel is a bisphosphonate indicated for:
- Treatment and prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis
- Treatment to increase bone mass in men with osteoporosis
- Treatment and prevention of glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis
- Treatment of Paget’s disease
Dosage
There are oral tablets available in several different strengths:
- 5 mg
- 30 mg
- 35 mg
- 75 mg
- 150 mg
Side Effects
The most common side effects of Actonel include:
- Back pain
- Arthralgia
- Abdominal pain
- Dyspepsia
Speak with your doctor or pharmacist for a full list of side effects that applies to you.
Precautions
Upper gastrointestinal irritation may occur. Dosing instructions should be followed. Discontinue use if new or worsening symptoms occur.
Hypocalcemia may worsen and must be corrected prior to use.
Osteonecrosis of the jaw has been reported rarely.
Severe bone, joint, or muscle pain may occur. Consider discontinuing use if severe symptoms develop.
Interactions
Some of the common drug interactions with Actonel:
- Calcium
- Antacids
- Hormone replacement therapy
- Proton pump inhibitors
For a more complete list speak with your doctor or pharmacist
Storage
Store at controlled room temperature (68º–77ºF)
Pharmacist Tips
- Bisphosphonates may interfere with bone-imaging agents
- Before initiating treatment in patients with glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis, sex steroid hormonal status of both men and women should be ascertained and appropriate replacement considered
- This must be taken with plain water (6-8 oz) at least 30 minutes before any food or drink
- You cannot lie down for 30 minutes following taking Actonel
- This medication is not recommended in patient with severe renal impairment
Risedronate FAQs
Can I take this with food?
This medication should be taken 30 minutes before the first food or drink of the day
Can I take this if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
There are no well designed studies in pregnant women, but Actonel should only be used if the potential benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to mother and baby.
Actonel has been seen in animal breast milk and the potential for serious adverse reactions, Actonel should not be used in breast feeding mothers.
Related Drugs
Reference:
Actonel {package insert}. Cincinnati, OH: Procter & Gamble Oharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2008.
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2009/020835s035lbl.pdf
Author: Dr. Larisa Roybal, PharmD
Dr. Roybal is a board-certified pharmacotherapy specialist who has practiced in both ambulatory and acute care settings. Her pharmacy interests include oncology and general inpatient pharmacy.
The above information is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before following any medical regimen to see if it is safe and effective for you.