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Actonel This page contains recent news articles, when available, and an overview of Actonel (risedronate) but does not offer medical advice. You should contact your physician with regard to any health issues or concerns. Why is Actonel prescribed? [MedMaster Patient Drug Information database] Risedronate is used to prevent and treat osteoporosis (a condition in which the bones become thin and weak and break easily) in women who have undergone menopause (change of life; end of menstrual periods) and in men and women who are taking glucocorticoids (corticosteroids; a type of medication that may cause osteoporosis). Risedronate is also used to treat osteoporosis in men. Risedronate is also used to treat Paget's disease of bone (a condition in which the bones are soft and weak and may be deformed, painful, or easily broken). Risedronate is in a class of medications called bisphosphonates. It works by preventing bone breakdown and increasing bone density (thickness). Recent news articles mentioning Actonel Embrace the cold and bring on the energy savings  -  21 Feb 2007 Canada NewsWire (press release), Crest(R), Oral-B(R), Actonel(R), Duracell(R), Olay(R), Clairol Nice 'n Easy(R), Herbal Essences(R), Head & Shoulders(R), Gillette(R), and Braun. 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Tony Stewart Auctions Off Old Spice Sweat Towel as Seen and Used ...  -  Feb 12, 2007 PR Newswire (press release), Charmin(R), Downy(R), Lenor(R), Iams(R), Crest(R), Oral-B(R), Actonel(R), Duracell(R), Olay(R), Head & Shoulders(R), Wella, Gillette(R), and Braun. Life is Good Launches Free Prescription Plan  -  Feb 20, 2007 Emediawire (press release), Zocor, Advair, Celebrex, Zoloft, Lisinopril, Norvasc, Premarin, Actonel, Plavix, Atenolol, Toprol XL, Bextra, Diovan, Effexor, Pravachol and many more. Gillette Unveils Newest Member of Its Gillette Young Guns Lineup  -  Feb 18, 2007 American Digital Networks (press release), Mach3(R), Bounty(R), Dawn(R), Pringles(R), Folgers(R), Charmin(R), Downy(R), Lenor(R), Iams(R), Crest(R), Oral-B(R), Actonel(R), Duracell(R), Olay(R), Gillette Unveils Newest Member of Its Gillette Young Guns Lineup  -  Feb 18, 2007 Business Wire (press release), Pringles®, Folgers®, Charmin®, Downy®, Lenor®, Iams®, Crest®, Oral-B®, Actonel®, Duracell®, Olay®, Head & Shoulders®, Wella®, Gillette®, and Braun®. Sanofi-aventis 2006: In a Difficult Environment, Another Year of ...  -  Feb 12, 2007 PR Newswire (press release), 1009 Allegra(R) 688 1367 1345 Amaryl(R) 451 678 677 Xatral(R) 353 329 328 Actonel(R) 351 329 364 Depakine(R) 301 318 318 Nasacort(R) 283 281 278 TOTAL Sanofi-aventis 2006: In a Difficult Environment, Another Year of ...  -  Feb 12, 2007 Genetic Engineering News (press release), ...-4.8 % Allegra(R) 163 +7.9 % 688 -49.7 % Amaryl(R) 105 -19.8 % 451 -33.5 % Xatral(R) 84 -5.6 % 353 +7.3 % Actonel(R) 87 -1.1 % 351 +6.7 % Depakine(R) 74 Antidepressants linked to fractures, but don't panic, docs say  -  Feb 12, 2007 Hagerstown Morning Herald, ...intake of calcium and vitamin D. The three medications most often prescribed for osteoporosis are bisphosphonates such as Fosamax, Boniva and Actonel. People's Pharmacy: Toprol could ease migraines  -  Feb 10, 2007 Bryan College Station Eagle, You are right that drugs for osteoporosis (Actonel, Boniva, Fosamax) can cause symptoms of heartburn, which could easily lead to a prescription for drugs Wall Street News Alert: Stocks on the Move for Thursday! February ...  -  Feb 8, 2007 Market Wire (press release) Bounty, Dawn, Pringles, Folgers, Charmin, Downy, Lenor, Iams, Crest, Oral-B, Actonel, Duracell, Olay, Head & Shoulders, Wella, Gillette, and Braun. (BPRW) NFL Quarterbacks Celebrate Black History In The Making As ...  -  Feb 7, 2007 Black PR Wire (press release), Pringles®, Folgers®, Charmin®, Downy®, Lenor®, Iams®, Crest®, Oral-B®, Actonel®, Duracell®, Olay®, Head & Shoulders®, Wella, Gillette®, and Braun. Seniors, senator fear confiscation of Canadian drugs is new crackdown  -  Feb 4, 2007 Orlando Sentinel, Her box of Actonel bone-strengthening pills seized on Jan. 25 cost $142, compared with $250 at Walgreens. "It's so silly," Sais said. Drugs from Canada seized in So. Fla  -  Feb 3, 2007 Sun-Sentinel.com, Her box of Actonel bone-strengthening pills seized Jan. 25 cost $142, compared with $250 at Walgreens. "It's so silly," Sais said. Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals Commemorates 15 Years Of Trusted ...  -  Feb 2, 2007 Medical News Today (press release), The company has one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Actonel(R), Asacol(R), Enablex(R), Prilosec OTC(R), TV Drug Ads Too Emotional, Study Shows  -  Jan 29, 2007 CBS News, Among the medicines advertised were Actonel for bone density problems, Cialis and Levitra for erectile dysfunction, Valtrex for genital herpes, TV ads for drugs high on the emotions but low on facts  -  Jan 30, 2007 News-Medical.net, Frosch and his colleagues recorded pharmaceutical company ads,among them Actonel for bone density problems, Cialis and Levitra for erectile dysfunction, TV Drug Ads Too Emotional, Study Shows  -  Jan 29, 2007 WebMD Among the medicines advertised were Actonel for bone densitybone density problems, Cialis and Levitra for erectile dysfunctionerectile dysfunction, 2006: In a difficult environment, another year of growth in ...  -  Feb 13, 2007 CNW Telbec (Communiqués de presse), ...-17.6% 3 0.0% 146 +11.5% Allegra(R) 8 -11.1% 93 +12.0% 62 +5.1% Amaryl(R) 33 -44.1% 3 -66.7% 69 +9.5% Xatral(R) 45 -26.2% 25 +47.1% 14 +27.3% Actonel(R) The Make-A-Wish Foundation(R) Takes the Cake in Bounty's Cards ...  -  Jan 23, 2007 PR Newswire (press release), Bounty(R), Dawn(R), Pringles(R), Folgers(R), Charmin(R), Downy(R), Lenor(R), Iams(R), Crest(R), Oral-B(R), Actonel(R), Duracell(R), Olay(R), How should Actonel be used? [MedMaster Patient Drug Information database] Risedronate comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken on an empty stomach once a day in the morning or once a week in the morning. If you are taking risedronate once a week, take it on the same day every week. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take risedronate exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often or for a longer period of time than prescribed by your doctor. Risedronate may not work properly and may damage the esophagus (tube between the mouth and stomach) or cause sores in the mouth if it is not taken according to the following instructions. Tell your doctor if you do not understand, you do not think you will remember, or you are unable to follow these instructions: You must take risedronate immediately after you get out of bed in the morning and before you eat or drink anything. Never take risedronate at bedtime or before you wake up and get out of bed for the day. Swallow the tablets with a full glass (6–8 ounces) of plain water while you are sitting or standing. Never take risedronate with tea, coffee, juice, mineral water, milk, other dairy drinks, or any liquid other than plain water. Swallow the tablets whole. Do not split, chew, or crush them. Do not suck on the tablets or hold them in your mouth for any length of time. After you take risedronate, do not eat, drink, or take any other medications for at least 30 minutes. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after you take risedronate. Sit upright or stand upright until at least 30 minutes have passed. Risedronate controls osteoporosis and Paget's disease of bone but does not cure these conditions. Risedronate helps to treat and prevent osteoporosis only as long as it is taken regularly. Continue to take risedronate even if you feel well. Do not stop taking risedronate without talking to your doctor. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for a copy of the manufacturer's information for the patient. Other uses for Actonel [MedMaster Patient Drug Information database] Before taking amiodarone, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to amiodarone, iodine, any other drugs, or corn. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, and nutritional supplements you are taking. Be sure to mention the medications listed in the IMPORTANT WARNING and any of the following: antidepressants ('mood elevators') such as fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem), fluvoxamine (Luvox), nefazodone (Serzone); anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as warfarin (coumadin); cholesterol lowering medications such as atorvastatin (Lipitor), cholestyramine (Questran), lovastatin (Mevacor), simvastatin (Zocor); cimetidine (Tagamet); cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune); danazol (Danocrine); delavirdine (Rescriptor); dextromethorphan (a medication in many cough preparations); dexamethasone (Decadron); fentanyl (Actiq, Duragesic); HIV protease inhibitors such as indinavir (Crixivan), and ritonavir (Norvir); isoniazid (INH, Nydrazid); medications for diabetes; medications for pain; medications for seizures such as carbamazepine (Tegretol), ethosuximide (Zarontin), phenobarbital (Luminal, Solfoton), phenytoin (Dilantin); metronidazole (Flagyl); methotrexate (Rheumatrex); oral contraceptives (birth control pills); rifabutin (Mycobutin); rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane); troglitazone (Rezulin); troleandomycin (TAO); and zafirlukast (Accolate). Your doctor may have to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects. tell your doctor what herbal products you are taking, especially St. John's wort. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had problems with your blood pressure. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. You should use a reliable method of birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are taking amiodarone. If you become pregnant while taking amiodarone, call your doctor immediately. You should not breastfeed while you are taking amiodarone. Talk to your doctor if you plan to become pregnant or breastfeed during the first several months after your treatment because amiordarone may remain in your body for some time after you stop taking it. if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking amiodarone. plan to avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight or sunlamps and to wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Amiodarone may make your skin sensitive to sunlight. Exposed skin may turn blue-gray and may not return to normal even after you stop using this medication. you should know that amiodarone may cause vision problems including permanent blindness. Be sure to have regular eye exams during your treatment and call your doctor if you have any changes with your eyes or notice any changes in your vision. you should know that amiodarone may remain in your body for several months after your stop taking it. You may continue to experience side effects of amiodarone during this time. Be sure to tell your health care provider who treats you or prescribes any medication for you during this time that you have recently stopped taking amiodarone. What side effects can Actonel cause? [MedMaster Patient Drug Information database] Risedronate may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: nausea burping dry mouth stomach pain diarrhea constipation gas headache dizziness depression anxiety weakness leg cramps bone, joint, and/or muscle pain back pain flu-like symptoms fever, chills, sore throat, cough, and other signs of infection frequent or urgent need to urinate painful urination runny nose dry eyes ringing in the ears Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of the following side effects, call your doctor immediately before you take any more risedronate: difficulty swallowing or pain when swallowing new or worsening heartburn chest pain bloody vomit vomiting material that looks like coffee grounds black, tarry, or bloody stools itching rash hives blisters on skin swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs difficulty breathing hoarseness swollen, red, or painful eyes sensitivity to light Risedronate may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication. Brand names for Actonel [MedMaster Patient Drug Information database] Actonel®