Tiludronate
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Skelid?
Uses
- It is used to treat Paget's disease.
- Tiludronate lowers bone loss.
Dosing
How to take
- Take on an empty stomach before breakfast.
- Take with a full glass of water at least 2 hours before the first food, drink, or drugs of the day.
- Take with plain water only. Avoid taking with mineral water or other drinks.
- Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this drug. This stops irritation to the swallowing tube (esophagus).
- Swallow tablet whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
- This drug works best when used with calcium/vitamin D and weight-bearing workouts like walking or PT (physical therapy).
- Follow the diet and workout plan that your doctor told you about.
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