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Etifem 200 mg

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SKU 401
Generic For Didoronel
Generic Name Etidronate Sodium
Manufacturer Samarth Pharma, India
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About the drug:

Etidronate Sodium is the main active pharmaceutical ingredient present in EtifemCapsules. This drug belongs to a group of medication known as a bisphosphonates.This medicine acts primarily on bone and treats certain types of bone disease.

Uses of the drug:

Etifem is used to treat Bone (pagets) disease, hypercalcaemia of malignancy, and postmenopausal osteoporosis, this disease weakens and deforms bones. This drug is also used to prevent or treat bone problems that may occur after hip replacement surgery or spinal cord injury.

Working of the drug:

This drug consists of Etidronate Sodium. This drug belongs to a group of medicines called bisphosphonates. It works by slowing down the bone loss, that helps in keeping the bones strong and less likely to break. It also helps reduce bone pain from the disease caused due to bone loss.

Manufacturer:

Etifem is manufactured by Samarth Pharma, India. The drugs are available on our website under various different pack sizes. To buy Etifem - 200mg capsules online, visit alldaychemist.com.

Dosage form and  strengths:

The drug is available in the form of capsule under the following brand name and strength on our website:

  • Etifem – 200 mg capsule

Buy Etifem 200 mg online at alldaychemist.com.

Before you take the drug:

Do not take the drug if you:

  • Are hypersensitive to this active ingredient Etidronate Sodium or any other ingredient of the medicine
  • Have abnormalities of the esophagus
  • Have Osteomalacia, a certain bone disorder that causes painful bones
  • Are pregnant or planning to be pregnant in the near future
  • Are a breastfeeding  mother

Tell your doctor if you:

  • Have diabetes
  • Have liver disease
  • Have any kidney disease
  • Have any heart related problem, including high blood pressure
  • Have any stomach or intestinal problem
  • Have low levels of calcium in the blood
  • Have a serious jaw bone problem

Dosage:

How much to take the drug?

The dosage depends upon your age, weight, medical condition and your response to the treatment. Therefore, your doctor will decide the correct dose. Take the dose exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Never take two 200 mg capsules to substitute one 400 mg capsule.

How to take the drug?

The drug is to be taken with the food or without the food as directed by your doctor. The capsule is to be swallowed with a glass of water. Do not spill or open the capsule.

For how long to take it?

You should take the dose until you finish the prescription. Do not stop or change the dose even if you feel better. You should complete the prescribed dose.

Overdose:

In case of an overdose,  get emergency medical attention or call the doctor immediately.

Miss dose:

If you miss a dose of Etidronate Sodium, then take it as soon as you remember. Never take the missed dose if the next dose time is almost up. Taking multiple doses at almost the same time can lead to an overdose of  medication in your body which can be harmful.

Side effects of the drug:

Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, epigastric distress, weight loss and rash are the common side effects of Etidronate Sodium. If any of these effects continuing for a longer time or deteriorate, contact your doctor immediately.

Etidronate Sodium may rarely cause serious side effects such as: dizziness, trouble in breathing, chest pain, heartburn, muscle pain, jaw pain, fever, sore throat, abdominal pain, black stool, and unexplained weight loss.

Common drug interactions:

You must let your doctor know in advance about your medical history and the list of all medications which you may be using, especially these ones: aluminium hydroxide and oxide, calcium, iron salts, technetium Tc-99m oxidronate. However, this is not a complete information as mentioning all the details here is quite difficult about this drug. There may be other medications that  may cause drug interaction. Never start a new medication without asking a doctor.

Warning:

Things to remember:

  • Do not use this medication for any other infection without consulting with the doctor
  • Do not share this medicine with anyone else, even if they are having similar symptoms as you are having
  • In case you do not feel well after completing the medication prescribed by your doctor, then contact your doctor immediately
  • Store the medicine at room temperature. Do not freeze it

 

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