Manufacturer: Natco Pharma Ltd
Salt Composition : Ibandronic Acid(6mg)
Bandrone 6mg Injection is given by a doctor or nurse. You will not need to do this yourself. How much you are given, and how often, will be decided by your doctor. It may just be a single injection but if you are being treated for bone problems caused by the spread of cancer you may need regular injections. Your doctor will ask you to drink plenty of water before the injection, to avoid getting dehydrated. It may take several days to get the full benefit of this drug. Bandrone 6mg Injection is only part of a program of treatment that may also include changes to your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements.
The most common side effects include headache, musculoskeletal (bone, muscle, or joint) pain, indigestion, heartburn, and diarrhea. These are usually mild and will disappear after a short time. If they do not go away, tell your doctor. Bandrone 6mg Injection can cause serious kidney problems, especially if you are dehydrated, if you take diuretic medicine (water pills), or if you already have kidney disease. It can also cause low levels of calcium in the blood and pain in the mouth or jaw. These are serious side effects and need urgent medical attention. Tell your doctor straight away.
You should not be given this medicine if you are breastfeeding. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have kidney problems or low calcium levels. Also, let your doctor know what other drugs you are taking. Some of them may affect, or be affected by, this injection, especially medicines used to treat severe infections and medicines used to treat cancer and osteoporosis. You may need frequent medical tests to check your kidney function and mineral levels. Avoid smoking or try to quit as smoking can reduce your bone mineral density, making fractures more likely. Drinking large amounts of alcohol can also cause bone loss and should be avoided.
Ibandronic acid leads to progressive net gains in bone mass and a decreased incidence of fractures through the reduction of elevated bone turnover towards premenopausal levels in postmenopausal women. The pharmacodynamic action of ibandronic acid is inhibition of bone resorption.
The absorption of ibandronic acid in the upper gastrointestinal tract is rapid after oral administration. Maximum observed plasma concentrations were reached within 0.5 to 2 hours (median 1 hour) in the fasted state and absolute bioavailability was about 0.6%.
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 Bandrone
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Headache
Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
Heartburn
Diarrhea
Indigestion
Due to limited clinical experience, ibandronic acid injection is not recommended for patients with a serum creatinine above 200 μmol/l (2.3 mg/dl) or with a creatinine clearance below 30 ml/min (see section 4.2 and section 5.2). Overhydration should be avoided in patients at risk of cardiac failure.
Bandrone 6mg Injection 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 Bandrone 6mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Bandrone 6mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Ibandronic acid is prescribed to you to treat postmenopausal osteoporosis because you have an increased risk of fractures. Osteoporosis is a thinning and weakening of the bones, which is common in women after the menopause.
ONJ.
hypocalcemia.
upper GI mucosal irritation.
renal dysfunction.
asthma.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Bandrone 6mg Injection, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
It is given by injection into a vein, usually over at least 15 minutes or as directed by your doctor.
Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
It can lower the level of calcium in the blood. Take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
You may develop fever or flu-like symptoms, such as chills, tiredness, and weakness. These are usually temporary and should go away after a few days. You may take a pain reliever/fever reducer to prevent or treat these symptoms.
It may cause a rare condition called osteonecrosis of the jaw. Have regular dental check-ups and inform your doctor if you develop sudden pain in your jaw.
Your doctor will monitor your response to Bandrone 6mg Injection by testing your bone mineral density (BMD). This is usually done every 1-3 years.
Do not take it if you are pregnant.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. What is Bandrone 6mg Injection? What is it used for?
Bandrone 6mg Injection belongs to a class of medicines called bisphosphonates that prevents abnormal breakdown of the bones. Bandrone 6mg Injection is used to prevent and treat osteoporosis and fractures in people with metastatic cancer (a cancer which spreads to newer areas of the body). It may also be used to treat hypercalcemia (elevated blood calcium levels).
Q. How does Bandrone 6mg Injection work?
Bandrone 6mg Injection works by increasing the density of the bones which helps prevent osteoporosis. Along with that, it helps to treat high calcium levels in the blood caused due to secondary bone cancer. It is also helpful in treating metastasis of bone which is caused due to breast cancer.
Q. How long should I take Bandrone 6mg Injection?
Bandrone 6mg Injection should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Usually Bandrone 6mg Injection is prescribed for at least 6 months before it has the maximum effect on your bones. However, your doctor may continue your treatment for as long as Bandrone 6mg Injection is working well for you.
Q. How is Bandrone 6mg Injection administered?
Bandrone 6mg Injection should be administered by a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Bandrone 6mg Injection.
