Fosnel Tablet 35 mg (Risedronate Sodium 2.5 Hydrate)

Adult dose

Administer 35 mg orally once a week as risedronate sodium. Food can interfere with absorption, so take it at least 30 minutes before breakfast or at least 2 hours before or after ingesting food or beverages. Take it upright with a sufficient amount of pure water (170 to 230 mL), and do not chew or suck on it. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking it.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy of this medication in children under 18 years have not been established.

This medication may irritate the mucous membranes of the esophagus and stomach, so patients with problems in the esophagus or stomach should exercise caution when taking it. If symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, chest pain, or heartburn occur while taking the medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. Take this medication while sitting or standing, with a sufficient amount of water, and do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking it. This medication should not be taken by patients with certain esophageal diseases, hypocalcemia, severe renal impairment, or by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Taking medications or food that contain divalent cations such as calcium, magnesium, or iron together with this medication can interfere with absorption, so maintain a time gap before and after taking this medication. This medication is used for the treatment of osteoporosis, and taking calcium and vitamin D together can help enhance effectiveness and safety. There may be rare but serious side effects with long-term use such as femoral fractures or osteonecrosis of the jaw; continuous observation of symptom changes is necessary. It is important to maintain a fasting state for a certain time before and after taking this medication, and do not chew or suck on the tablet. Avoid taking this medication during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and consult a physician if necessary. Elderly patients can take this medication similarly to adults; however, caution may be needed based on individual conditions. Overdosage may lead to hypocalcemia, which requires appropriate treatment. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and it is advisable not to change the container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mouth/eye mucous membranes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by coughing and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Back pain
• accidental injuries
• pain
• abdominal pain
• flu-like symptoms
• headaches
• fatigue
• neck pain
• chest pain
• allergic reactions

Store this medication in an airtight container to prevent air exposure, ideally at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness safely.

Appearance

Yellow oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

4 tablets (4 tablets/PTP x 1)