Risedronate (Actonel)
Also known as Actonel Einmal Woechentlich, Actonel O.A.W., Actonel one a week, Actonel Wekelijks, Actonel with Calcium, Atelvia, Benet, Ductonar, Gemfos, Maxidronato, NE 58095, Optinate, Optinate Septimum, Orafix, Osteonate, Osteorise, Ridron, Rised, Risedon, risedronic acid, risedronate sodium, Risendal, Risofos, Sedron, Seralis.
General information
Class/mechanism: Bisphosphonate, inhibits osteoclast activity, dissolution of hydroxyapatite crystals, and bone resorption/turnover.[1][2][3]
Route: PO
Extravasation: n/a
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Patient drug information
- Patient counseling information can be found on page 33-39 of the Risedronate (Actonel) package insert[1]
- Risedronate (Actonel) patient drug information (UpToDate)[4]
Also known as
- Brand names: Actonel, Orafix, Ribone, Risedol, Risofos