Bifosa 5mg Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Alendronic Acid (5mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Bisphosphonate Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class	Bone resorption inhibitor -Bisphosphonates
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	789

FAQ

How to take Bifosa 5mg?

It should be taken in the morning after getting up on an empty stomach with a full glass of water. Do not lie down and stay fully upright for at least 30 minutes after swallowing the medicine. Avoid taking any food or medication for the next 30 mins after taking this medicine. Take this medicine only after consulting the doctor and follow the instructions advised.

Why can you not lie down after taking Bifosa 5mg?

No, one should not lie down after taking Bifosa 5mg. This is because there is a possibility that the medication might come back up into the esophagus (food pipe) and even damage the esophagus. Staying upright will help the medicine to settle down quickly in your stomach and prevent side effects like heartburn and pain.

Can Bifosa 5mg be used in pregnant women?

Bifosa 5mg should be avoided during pregnancy. Enough data is not available regarding the use of Bifosa 5mg in pregnant women. You should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking this medication.

Does Bifosa 5mg cause cancer/ hair loss/ tiredness/ increase in blood pressure?

Bifosa 5mg has a side effect of causing hair loss and tiredness. However, it is not known to cause cancer or increase in blood pressure. Consult your doctor if you experience such side effects.

Does Bifosa 5mg cause hair loss?

Yes, Bifosa 5mg can cause hair loss, but this is not a common side effect. If you experience hair loss while taking this medication immediately report to your doctor and follow the advice given.

What if you forget to take Bifosa Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Bifosa 5mg, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

Bifosa 5mg Tablet Reviews

Bifosa 5mg is used to prevent or treat weakening of the bones (osteoporosis), caused by menopause or use of steroids), and treat Paget's disease of the bone. This medicine helps regulate bone remodeling by reducing bone turnover. It also alleviate bone pain, reduce fractures, and improve bone density.

Bifosa 5mg is best taken without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. It may take several days to get the full benefit of this drug. Bifosa 5mg 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. Bifosa 5mg 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 medicine, especially medicines used to treat severe infections 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.

How Bifosa 5mg Tablet Works

Bifosa 5mg is a bisphosphonate. It works by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause destruction of bone. This strengthens the bones and minimizes the risk of fractures.

How to Use Bifosa 5mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bifosa 5mg is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Bifosa 5mg Tablet

In Treatment of Paget's disease: Paget's disease is a chronic bone disorder characterized by abnormal bone remodeling. It causes bones to become larger, weaker, and more brittle. Symptoms of Paget's disease include bone pain, deformities, and fractures. Bifosa 5mg helps control bone regeneration. When taken regularly, it can also alleviate bone pain, reduce fractures, improve bone density, and slow down the progress of the disease.
In Treatment of Osteoporosis: Osteoporosis is a common condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It often occurs in women after menopause or who are taking steroids. This condition can be treated with bone-strengthening medicines. Bifosa 5mg slows down the rate at which bone is broken down in your body. This maintains bone density and reduces your risk of breaking a bone. You can also help improve the strength of your bones by doing regular exercise (especially weight-bearing exercise), eating healthy foods containing calcium and Vitamin D, and reducing your consumption of alcohol and tobacco. Supplements of calcium and Vitamin D3 are also effective.

Uses of Bifosa 5mg Tablet

Treatment of Osteoporosis
Treatment of Paget's disease

Bifosa 5mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Driving ^UNSAFE

Bifosa 5mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Bifosa 5mg is not expected to have any effects but in rare cases, it may cause dizziness, severe muscle, joint and bone pain and eye pain or inflammation. This may affect your ability to drive.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Bifosa 5mg is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Bifosa 5mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Bifosa 5mg is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.If you are taking Bifosa 5mg during breastfeeding, monitor baby's blood calcium levels during the first two months.

Alcohol ^SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Bifosa 5mg does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Bifosa 5mg 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.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Bifosa 5mg should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bifosa 5mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Dose adjustment is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.

Quick Tips

Take it in the morning at least 30 minutes before eating or drinking anything.
It may cause the amount of calcium in your blood to fall. Take calcium-rich food in your diet and have regular blood tests to monitor the level of calcium in your blood.
Your doctor has prescribed Bifosa 5mg to make your bones stronger and lower the risk of fractures.
It is important to look after your mouth and teeth while you are taking this medicine. Have regular dental check-ups and inform your dentist about taking Bifosa 5mg.
Maintain an upright posture for 30 minutes after taking the medication so the medicine does not irritate your food pipe.