What is Zometa prescribed for?
Zoledronic acid (Zometa) is used to treat high levels of calcium in the blood that may be caused by certain types of cancer.
What is the difference between Zometa and Reclast?
Reclast is for use when you have a high risk of bone fracture. Reclast is also used to treat Paget’s disease of bone. Zometa is used to treat high blood levels of calcium caused by cancer (also called hypercalcemia of malignancy).
Does Zometa strengthen bones?
Zometa is a brand (trade) name for zoledronic acid. Zoledronic acid strengthens bones and may be used for the treatment or prevention of osteoporosis. It works by inhibiting osteoclasts which are responsible for breaking down and reabsorbing bone (by a process known as bone resorption).
Can you drink alcohol while taking Zometa?
What should I avoid while receiving Zometa? Avoid smoking, or try to quit. Smoking can reduce your bone mineral density, making fractures more likely. Avoid drinking large amounts of alcohol.
How often do you get Zometa infusion?
Both Zometa and Aredia are given intravenously, usually every 4 weeks. A study suggests that after being treated with the regular dose of Zometa and/or Aredia for a year, women with bone metastases can get Zometa every 12 weeks and still get the same benefits from the medicine while reducing their risk of side effects.
Can you drink alcohol after Zometa?
When do reclast side effects start?
Nausea, tiredness, flu-like symptoms (e.g., fever, chills, muscle/joint aches), dizziness, headache, or pain/redness/swelling at the injection site may occur. Most of these side effects are mild and occur within 3 days of treatment.
Does reclast need to be refrigerated?
If refrigerated, allow the refrigerated solution to reach room temperature before administration. After opening, the solution is stable for 24 hours at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) [see How Supplied/Storage and Handling (16)].
How long do you stay on Zometa?
Zoledronic acid is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include diet changes and taking calcium and vitamin supplements. Follow your doctor’s instructions very closely. Your doctor will determine how long to treat you with this medicine. Zoledronic acid is often given for only 3 to 5 years.
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