Hydron Tablet 150 mg (Sodium Risedronate Monohydrate)

Adult dose

1. Adults : Administer 150 mg of risedronate sodium orally once a month. 2. Elderly patients : No dosage adjustment is necessary in elderly patients (over 60 years of age), since the bioavailability and pharmacodynamics of this medicine are similar to those in younger people. 4. Patients with renal impairment : No dosage adjustment is necessary in patients with creatinine clearance of 30 mL/min or higher. This medicine is contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment and creatinine clearance below 30 mL/min. ○ Food interferes with the absorption of this medicine. For adequate absorption, take it at least 30 minutes before the first food or beverage other than water of the day. To allow this medicine to reach the stomach easily and reduce the possibility of esophageal irritation, take it in an upright position with a sufficient amount of plain water (170 ∼ 230 mL). Taking this medicine with other beverages, including mineral water, may reduce its absorption. Do not chew or suck this medicine because of the possibility of oropharyngeal ulceration. Patients should not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking it. ○ If a patient forgets to take a dose on the scheduled day, follow these instructions. - If the next scheduled dose is 7 days or more away, take 1 tablet the next morning after remembering. Resume the next dose on the originally scheduled day. Do not take more than 1 tablet of this medicine within 7 days. - If the next scheduled dose is within 7 days, wait until the originally scheduled day and then take 1 tablet of this medicine.

Child dose

3. Children : The safety and efficacy in children under 18 years of age have not been established.

This drug is used as an oral bisphosphonate for the treatment of bone osteoporosis. It may irritate the stomach and esophageal mucosa during use, so caution is required for those with gastritis or esophageal diseases. When taking this drug, it should be taken with sufficient water, and you should remain upright for at least 30 minutes after taking it to reduce esophageal irritation. It should not be used in patients with esophageal stricture, achalasia, hypocalcemia, pregnant or nursing women, and patients with severe renal impairment. Moreover, patients with a history of esophageal disease should use this drug cautiously. Side effects such as esophagitis, esophageal ulcers, abdominal pain, diarrhea, joint pain, muscle pain, headache, dizziness, etc., may occur after taking this medication. In rare cases, serious side effects such as serious esophageal damage or osteonecrosis of the jaw have been reported, so you should consult a physician immediately if symptoms appear. Taking this drug with antacids or supplements containing divalent cations like calcium and magnesium may reduce its absorption, so it is important to space out the dosing times. Additionally, prolonged use of this medication may increase the risk of atypical femoral fractures, so it should be taken according to a doctor's instructions. Avoid using this drug during pregnancy or nursing, and keep it out of reach of children for safety. In case of overdose, symptoms of hypocalcemia may occur, so you should visit a medical institution immediately.

• Esophagitis
• esophageal ulcer
• esophageal erosion
• esophageal obstruction
• esophageal perforation
• bleeding
• infection
• lower back pain
• accidental injury
• pain

This drug should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees. Keeping it this way helps maintain the drug's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

Bright blue, oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

1 tablet (1 tablet/PPT x 1)