Risero Tablets (Risedronate Sodium 2.5 Hydrate)

Adult dose

As Risedronate Sodium, an oral dose of 35 mg should be taken once a week. Food interferes with the absorption of this medication; therefore, it should be taken at least 30 minutes before breakfast, or at any time of the day at least 2 hours before or after taking food or drinks to ensure adequate absorption. To help the medication reach the stomach easily and reduce the possibility of esophageal irritation, take it with a sufficient amount of plain water in an upright position.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy in individuals under 18 have not been established.

This medication can irritate the mucous membranes of the stomach and esophagus, so individuals with upper gastrointestinal diseases should be particularly cautious. If there are issues with the esophagus or difficulty swallowing, discontinue taking this medication and consult a doctor. When taking the medication, it should be consumed with a sufficient amount of water, and one should not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking it. Continuing to take this medication after experiencing esophageal irritation symptoms may result in serious esophageal issues, so caution is required. Individuals with poor esophageal clearance, hypocalcemia, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and patients with severe renal impairment should not take this medication. It is important to ensure adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D, and if there are pre-existing hypocalcemia or bone metabolic disorders, treatment must be completed before taking this medication. There may be rare side effects such as osteonecrosis of the jaw, so attention should be paid to oral hygiene, and if dental treatment is needed, one should consult with a specialist. With prolonged use, rare atypical fractures such as thigh fractures may occur, so if experiencing leg pain, one should inform a doctor immediately. Taking this medication with other drugs, especially antacids or supplements containing calcium, magnesium, or iron, may interfere with the absorption of this medication, so dosing times should be adjusted. Pregnant or potentially pregnant women and nursing mothers should not take this medication and should consult a doctor if necessary. Safety and efficacy in children under 18 have not been established. Overdose may lead to hypocalcemia, so immediate treatment should be sought if symptoms occur. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin abnormal reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), profound fatigue, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and very severe

Mild side effects

• Headache
• weakness
• neck pain
• chest pain
• allergic reactions
• hypertension
• constipation
• diarrhea
• indigestion
• nausea

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air exposure, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's efficacy over time and prevents degradation.

Appearance

Yellow, rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

4 tablets/PTP