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Zometa (Zoledronic Acid)
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Zometa Manufacturer:
NovartisZometa Information:
Zometa is used to treat high calcium levels in patient suffering from cancer. The drug is also used to treat multiple myeloma (bone marrow cancer). It is also used in the treatment of patients whose bone cancer has spread to other parts in the body. The generic name of the drug is Zoledronic Acid, and it belongs to a class of drugs known as bisphosphonates. Zometa is a prescription medication, meaning you need to consult your doctor before you buy Zometa
Description of Zometa:
Zoledronic Acid is actually a bisphosphonate derivative, and can also be used for reducing complications that occur due to bone metastasis. The drug is available in form of ready to use vials, and is injected intravenously. You must take Zometa injection only under medical supervision. The dosage of this drug depends on different factors, such as the type of cancer, severity of the condition and other medications that you are taking.
Advantages of Zometa:
Shared below are some benefits of this drug:
- It rarely causes any serious side effects.
- It is effective in preventing further bone damage and also reduces bone pain.
- It is useful to patients who had earlier faced complications such as bone surgery, bone fracture and radiation.
- It helps in restoring bone remodeling, a process which reduces the chances of bone complications.
How Zometa Works:
Zoledronic acid works by slowing the process that leads to the release of calcium from the bones. In other words, this drug reduces the quantity of calcium your bone releases. The drug also slows the breakdown of the bones, reducing your chance of suffering a bone fracture.
Safety & Precautionary Information:
You should not use Zometa if you are allergic to the drug itself or similar medicines such as Etidronate, Alendronate, Pamidronate, Ibandronate, Tiludronate, or Risedronate. The drug may not be the right medication for people who have certain medical conditions, such as parathyroid disorder, malabsorption syndrome, aspirin-sensitive asthma, bone cancer, or kidney disease.
The drug may cause certain side effects in some people. You should immediately inform your doctor if you notice or experience any side effects such as muscle or joint aches, fever, chills, vision problems, swelling of throat, tongue or face, or jaw pain.
Some patients may experience dizziness after taking this drug. After taking Zometa, for some time, avoid activities that require you to be alert, such as driving or operating heavy machinery.
Before you buy Zometa, talk to your doctor about the possible risks attached with the treatment. For best results, take the medicine exactly as directed by your doctor.
If you are supposed to undergo a dental surgery during treatment, inform your dentist that you are taking Zometa. This drug may interact with other medications. So, inform your doctor about all the medicines, including prescription, non-prescription, and herbal medicines, that you are taking.
Composition
Each 5 ml vial of Zometa contains:
- 4 mg of Zoledronic acid (Active Ingredient)
- Mannitol, Sodium Citrate, Water for injection (Inactive Ingredients)