• Aredia 30mg Injection is used to treat high levels of a mineral called calcium in people who have cancer
• It is also used to treat or prevent weakening of the bones
• Using this medicine can reduce your risk of breaking bones
• Aredia 30mg Injection is given by a doctor or nurse
• You will not need to do this yourself
• How much you are given, and how often, will be decided by your doctor
• It may just be a single injection but if you are being treated for bone problems caused by the spread of cancer you may need regular injections
• Your doctor will ask you to drink plenty of water before the injection, to avoid getting dehydrated
• It may take several days to get the full benefit of this drug
• Aredia 30mg Injection 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, back pain, muscle pain, indigestion, diarrhea, and heartburn
• These are usually mild and will disappear after a short time
• If they do not go away, tell your doctor
• Aredia 30mg Injection 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 injection, especially medicines used to treat severe infections and medicines used to treat cancer 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.

Uses of Aredia 30mg Injection

• In Hypercalcemia Calcium is a mineral found in different places in your body and has many functions including bone growth
• Most of your calcium should be in your bones
• When you have more calcium in your blood than normal it is called hypercalcaemia (high blood calcium levels)
• It is a serious condition and affects a large number of people with cancer
• Aredia 30mg Injection is a type of medicine called a bisphosphonate
• It reduces the amount of calcium in your blood by slowing down the rate at which bone is broken down in your body
• This medicine is normally only given once by injection to treat hypercalcaemia, but you may need additional doses
• Make sure you attend all appointments with your doctor
• Being immobile makes hypercalcaemia worse
• Whenever possible you should take regular exercise, especially weight-bearing exercise
• Do not take calcium or vitamin D3 supplements and try to decrease your intake of these in your diet.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Aredia 30mg Injection, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

What does Aredia 30mg Injection do?

Aredia 30mg Injection helps in preventing breakdown of the bones. Bone is continuously being broken down and regenerated by special kinds of bone cells by a process called remodelling or turnover. However, conditions like bone stress and bone marrow edema may create pain and imbalance in this daily turnover. Aredia 30mg Injection acts in the areas with increased bone turnover, decreases this process of breakdown and thereby reduces the pain and discomfort associated with it.

How is Aredia 30mg Injection administered?

Aredia 30mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a doctor or a trained healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It is given as a 1-2 hour infusion by a drip into a vein in your arm. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Aredia 30mg Injection.

How often will I be given Aredia 30mg Injection?

Your dose of Aredia 30mg Injection will be decided by your doctor depending on your condition. Usually, an individual requires 1-3 doses of Aredia 30mg Injection.However, the exact dose and its frequency will depend on your illness and how well you respond to the treatment.

Is Aredia 30mg Injection safe in pregnancy or breastfeeding?

No, Aredia 30mg Injection may not be safe in pregnancy or breastfeeding. Although Aredia 30mg Injection does not affect the fertility of women or the sperm count in males, it is best to consult your doctor before taking Aredia 30mg Injection. In general, avoid Aredia 30mg Injection if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding to avoid any harmful effects on the baby. There is not enough data available to know the exact effect of Aredia 30mg Injection on the unborn baby or via breast milk. Also, women who are taking Aredia 30mg Injection are advised to avoid pregnancy after 6 months of completing treatment with Aredia 30mg Injection.. This is because traces of Aredia 30mg Injection stays in the bones for long periods of time and may be released during this time which can cause harm to the baby.

Does Aredia 30mg Injection cause hair loss?

Yes, Aredia 30mg Injection 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.

Is Aredia 30mg Injection safe?

Aredia 30mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What other lifestyle changes should I make?

To get maximum benefit from Aredia 30mg Injection, there are certain lifestyle changes that you must adhere to. Include some calcium or Vitamin D rich foods for bone strength. Try to spend more time in sunlight to get natural vitamin D. Quit smoking and reduce alcohol consumption as they may harm your bones. You can take up an exercise regime such as walking and low-impact aerobics as they are good for your bones. Similarly, you can try strength-training exercises where you use your own body weight which in turn improve bone health.

Common and Known Side effects of Aredia 30mg Injection

• Headache
• Back pain
• Musculoskeletal (bone
• muscle or joint) pain
• Heartburn
• Diarrhea
• Indigestion