Lidonel Tablet 150 mg (Sodium Risedronate Dihydrate)

Adult dose

1. Adults : Administer 150 mg of risedronate sodium orally once a month. 2. Older adults : No dose adjustment is necessary because the bioavailability and pharmacodynamics of this medicine in older adults (over 60 years) are similar to those in younger people. 4. Patients with renal impairment : No dose adjustment is necessary in patients with creatinine clearance of 30 mL/min or greater. 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 help this medicine 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 it with other beverages, including mineral water, may reduce 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 dosing day, follow these instructions. - If the next scheduled dosing day is 7 days or more away, take 1 tablet the next morning after remembering. Take the next dose again on the originally scheduled dosing day. Do not take more than 1 tablet of this medicine within 7 days. - If the next scheduled dosing day is within 7 days, wait until the originally scheduled dosing day and then take 1 tablet of this medicine.

Child dose

Children under 18 years: Safety and efficacy have not been established.

This medication can irritate the stomach and esophagus, so patients with esophageal disease, gastritis, duodenitis, or ulcers should take special care when using it. After taking the medication, be sure to swallow it with a sufficient amount of water, and do not lie down for at least 30 minutes afterward. If symptoms such as inflammation or pain in the esophagus or difficulty swallowing occur, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a doctor. This medication is not to be administered to patients with certain conditions, to pregnant or breastfeeding women, or to patients with severe renal impairment. Additionally, patients with lactose intolerance should avoid taking this medication due to its ingredients. If there is a deficiency of calcium or vitamin D, these should be supplemented before treatment, and adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D is necessary during treatment as well. This medication may impair absorption if taken with drugs or foods containing calcium, magnesium, iron, etc., so dosing time should be spaced out. Rarely, prolonged use may lead to severe pain in bones, joints, or muscles; if such symptoms occur, consult a doctor. Rare adverse effects like jawbone necrosis may occur, so if dental treatment is needed, discuss a treatment plan with a doctor. Elderly individuals can generally use this medication safely, but caution is needed depending on individual conditions. In case of overdose, calcium and phosphorus levels in the blood may drop, so inform medical staff immediately if symptoms appear. This medication has not been established for safety and efficacy in children, so it should not be used in this group. Always read the product instructions and strictly follow the dosing and precautions as directed by your doctor.

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

Store this medication in a hermetically sealed container to keep out air and moisture. It is best to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

Bright blue oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

1 tablet/box [1 tablet/PTP×1]