Manufacturer: Medsol India Overseas Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition : Alendronic Acid(70mg), Vitamin D3(5600IU)
Alensol-D Tablet is best taken in an empty stomach. You should take it regularly at a fixed time each day. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. It may take several days to get the full benefit of this drug. Do not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is alright to stop. This medicine may only be part of a treatment program that may also include changes to your diet and taking other medicines and vitamin supplements.
It works by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause destruction of bone. This strengthens the bone and minimizes the risk of fractures. Vitamin D3 helps protect your bones, both by increasing calcium absorption and by supporting muscles needed to avoid falls.
Alendronate (alendronic acid; 4-amino-1-hydroxybutylidene bisphosphonate) has demonstrated effectiveness orally in the treatment and prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis, corticosteroid-induced osteoporosis and Paget's disease of the bone.
The pharmacokinetics of oral vitamin D3 are conventionally described with respect to its effect on the serum concentration of the predominant circulating metabolite, 25-hydroxyvitamin D ([25(OH)D]), which is a well-established biomarker of systemic vitamin D status
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Alensol-D
Headache
Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
Back pain
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Heartburn
Alendronic acid is contraindicated in: Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients listed in section 6.1. Abnormalities of the oesophagus and other factors which delay oesophageal emptying such as stricture or achalasia. Inability to stand or sit upright for at least 30 minutes.
sarcoidosis.
high amount of phosphate in the blood.
high amount of calcium in the blood.
excessive amount of vitamin D in the body.
kidney stones.
decreased kidney function.
Alensol-D Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alensol-D Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Alensol-D Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
If you are taking Alensol-D Tablet during breastfeeding, monitor baby's blood calcium levels during the first two months.
Bisphosponates are prescribed to help your bones stay as strong as possible. Taking alendronic acid can help if you have, or are at risk of developing, osteoporosis. This is a condition that causes your bones to get weaker and be more likely to break.
Alendronate has no known serious interactions with other drugs.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Alensol-D Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Alensol-D Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Alensol-D Tablet is used in the treatment of osteoporosis
Take it on the same day each week, in the morning, at least 30 minutes before eating or drinking anything.
Maintain an upright posture for 30 minutes after taking the medication so the medicine doesnot irritate your food pipe.
Take care of your teeth and jaw while taking the Alensol-D Tablet and for regular dental checkup while taking Alensol-D Tablet. Take calcium and vitamin enriched diet.
Side effects such as headache, back pain and indigestion may occur.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alensol-D Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
