Possible side effects.
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- Swallowing is difficult or painful
- You have chest pain
- You have very bad heartburn or it doesn’t get better
- Esophagus or stomach problems, including ulcers, pain, or trouble swallowing. Tell your healthcare provider if you have pain or discomfort in your stomach or esophagus.
- Low calcium and other mineral disturbances. If you already have one (or more) of these problems, it should be corrected before taking ACTONEL.
- Pain in bones, joints or muscles, sometimes severe. Pain may start as soon as one day or up to several months after starting ACTONEL.
- Jaw-bone problems in some people, which may include infection and slower healing after teeth are pulled. Tell your healthcare providers, including your dentist, right away if you have these symptoms.
- Back and joint pain
- Upset stomach and abdominal (stomach area) pain
- Short-lasting, mild flu-like symptoms, which are reported with the monthly doses and usually get better after the first dose
- Allergic and severe skin reactions. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop any symptoms of an allergic reaction including: rash (with or without blisters), hives, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat. Get medical help right away if you have trouble breathing or swallowing.
- Eye inflammation. Tell your healthcare provider if you get any eye pain, redness, or if your eyes become more sensitive to light.
ACTONEL is for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis.
Your doctor may also prescribe ACTONEL to help prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis.
Important Safety Information for
ACTONEL® (risedronate sodium) tablets
You should not take Actonel if you are allergic to any of the ingredients, if you have low blood calcium (hypocalcemia), have kidneys that work poorly, or cannot stand or sit upright for 30 minutes.
Stop taking Actonel and tell your doctor right away if you experience difficult or painful swallowing, chest pain, or severe or continuing heartburn, as these may be signs of serious upper digestive problems. Follow dosing instructions carefully to lower the chance of these events occurring.
Side effects may include stomach pain, upset stomach, or back, muscle, bone or joint pain, sometimes severe. Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects, or if you have questions about Actonel. Promptly tell your doctor if you develop dental problems, as serious jawbone problems have been reported rarely.
Please see ACTONEL Patient Information.
