Tiludronate for Paget's Disease

• Tiludronate

Tiludronate is a prescription drug that is used for treating Paget's disease in adults. This part of the eMedTV site describes tiludronate in more detail and offers information on its effects, possible side effects, and precautions and warnings.

• Side Effects of Tiludronate

Sinus infection, high blood pressure, and diarrhea are some of the common side effects of tiludronate. This eMedTV article lists other possible tiludronate side effects and describes the potentially serious problems that may require medical attention.

• What Is Tiludronate Used For?

Tiludronate is used for treating Paget's disease of bone in adults. This article from the eMedTV Web site provides information on how the medication works and explains whether there are any off-label tiludronate uses.

• Tiludronate Dosing

The recommended starting tiludronate dose for treating Paget's disease is 400 mg once daily for three months. This eMedTV Web page offers more detailed tiludronate dosing information and includes precautions and tips for taking the drug.

• Drug Interactions With Tiludronate

Iron supplements, aspirin, and teriparatide may cause drug interactions with tiludronate. This page on the eMedTV site lists other medicines that may interact with tiludronate and explains what may happen when these drugs are taken together.

• Precautions and Warnings With Tiludronate

Tiludronate can irritate the esophagus and stomach, possibly causing esophageal or stomach ulcers. This eMedTV article lists other precautions and warnings with tiludronate to be aware of before treatment and explains who should avoid the drug.