| Pharmacy Drug Brand Name: | Actonel® |
| Active Ingredient(s): | risedronate sodium |
| Strength(s) / Dose(s): | 5mg, 30mg, & 35 mg |
| Delivery / Dosage Form(s): | Tablet |
| Company Manufacturer Name: | Procter and Gamble Pharmaceuticals |
| Availability / Prescription: | Prescription only |
| FDA Approval Date *: | March 27, 1998 |
* Approval by the FDA does not necessarily mean that this drug is available for consumers at this time.
What is Actonel used for?
FONT color=#000000 size=2>Actonel is also used to prevent and treat: Who should not take Actonel? You should not take Actonel if you have: General Precautions with Actonel: Tell your doctor if you have a history of stomach problems because Actonel can cause difficulty swallowing, inflammation of the esophagus, esophageal ulcer, and stomach ulcer. If you have a bone-imaging test, tell your doctor or technician you are taking Actonel, because it can interfere with the test. What should I tell my doctor or health care (healthcare) provider? Tell your doctor or health care (healthcare) provider if you are: What are some possible side effects of Actonel? (This is not a comprehensive list of possible side effects assosciated with Actonel. Your doctor or pharmacist can provide expert advice on the possible side effects of this drug.) Side effects of Actonel are generally mild to moderate and do not require stopping the treatment. The following is a listing of the most common side effects: