zoledronic acid-injection (cont.)
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: kidney problems, liver problems, asthma, any allergies (especially to other bisphosphonates such as alendronate, risedronate). Infrequently, serious jawbone problems (osteonecrosis) have occurred in people taking this medication. Most people were also using other medications or had conditions which might have actually caused the jawbone problem. If you have cancer, anemia, blood clotting disorders, infections in the mouth or other diseases of the mouth, or poor dental hygiene, see your dentist for a full examination/treatment before you start zoledronic acid. Make sure he/she knows your entire medical history, any cancer radiation treatments, and also all the medications you are using, especially corticosteroids such as prednisone, cancer chemotherapy, and zoledronic acid. Consult your dentist for more details. Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: certain "water pills" (loop diuretics such as bumetanide or furosemide), aminoglycoside antibiotics (e.g., gentamicin, tobramycin), mineral supplements (especially those containing calcium, magnesium, or phosphorus). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include: change/decrease in amount of urine.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., albumin, calcium levels, serum creatinine) will be performed to monitor your progress or possible side effects.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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