Alenda Tablet (Sodium Alendronate Trihydrate)

Adult dose

As sodium alendronate, take 70 mg once weekly in the morning with a sufficient amount of water (170-230 mL) at least 30 minutes before food, drink, or other medications. After taking, do not lie down for at least 30 minutes and until the first food intake. This medication should not be taken before bedtime or upon waking. If a scheduled dose is missed, take 70 mg the next morning.

This medication can irritate the gastric mucosa, so caution should be exercised by those with esophageal diseases or upper gastrointestinal disorders such as gastritis or duodenitis. It is important to take this medication with a sufficient amount of water, and after taking it, do not lie down for at least 30 minutes. If symptoms such as esophagitis, dysphagia, retrosternal pain, or heartburn occur, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a physician. Those with esophageal motility disorders, unable to sit or stand straight for more than 30 minutes, or have allergies to this drug or its components should not take it. Patients with low calcium levels, severely impaired kidney function, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, and lactating women should not be treated with this medication. This drug is used for the treatment of osteoporosis, and long-term use may rarely cause serious side effects such as jaw osteonecrosis or abnormal bone fractures, so regular medical check-ups are necessary. During treatment, it is advisable to maintain sufficient intake of calcium and vitamin D, along with weight-bearing exercises. When taken with other medications, absorption may be hindered, so calcium supplements or antacids should be separated by at least 30 minutes. It is safer for pregnant or breastfeeding women not to use this medication, and safety has not been confirmed for children or adolescents under 18 years of age. Elderly individuals can use this drug, but caution is advised considering age-related sensitivity differences. In case of overdose, symptoms such as gastrointestinal disturbances or low calcium levels may occur, so immediate medical attention should be sought. Keep out of reach of children, and be careful not to transfer the medication to other containers.

Serious side effects

• Hives, angioedema, severe swelling, cold sweat, pallor, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, severe allergic reactions
• Severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions
• Esophageal stricture, esophagitis, esophageal ulcer, esophageal obstruction, esophageal perforation, gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer, severe esophageal adverse reactions
• Severe headache, confusion, vision changes, paralysis, and serious CNS symptoms
• Low

Mild side effects

Abdominal pain, nausea, indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, flatulence, acid reflux, esophageal ulcer, vomiting, dysphagia, abdominal bloating, gastritis, musculoskeletal (bone, muscle, or joint) pain, muscle cramps, headache, dizziness, taste disturbance, rash, erythema, itching, hair loss, oral-pharyngeal ulcers, melena, uveitis, scleritis, episcleritis, cholesteatoma of the external auditory canal

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the efficacy of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

White oval tablets

Package unit

4 tablets/PPTP [AluAlu]