Risedronate is used to treat osteoporosis and Paget's disease. This eMedTV article offers a complete overview of the drug, including detailed information on its uses, dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and when and how to take it.
Common side effects of risedronate include back pain, diarrhea, and joint pain. This eMedTV page provides a detailed list of side effects that may occur during treatment with the drug, including side effects requiring immediate medical attention.
Risedronate uses are primarily concerned with the treatment of osteoporosis and Paget's disease. This eMedTV resource offers an in-depth discussion on what risedronate is used for, including possible "off-label" uses of the drug.
Your healthcare provider may recommend daily, weekly, or monthly dosages of risedronate. This eMedTV selection takes an in-depth look at risedronate dosing and offers helpful guidelines on when and how the drug should be taken.
When risedronate is taken with calcium supplements, aspirin, or NSAIDs, drug interactions can occur. This eMedTV selection discusses these and other drug interactions with risedronate and offers helpful tips on how to avoid them.
Risedronate can irritate or damage the esophagus or stomach. This page on the eMedTV Web site lists several other precautions and warnings with risedronate to be aware of, including information on those who should avoid the drug entirely.
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