CONTRAINDICATIONS / PRECAUTIONS
Phosphonate hypersensitivity
Risedronate is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to risedronate or any component of the product. Angioedema, generalized serious rash, bullous skin reactions, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and other hypersensitivity reactions have been reported. Angioedema, generalized rash, bullous skin reactions, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, and toxic epidermal necrolysis have been reported.[29352] Risedronate should be used cautiously in patients with known phosphonate hypersensitivity.
Hyperparathyroidism, hypocalcemia, vitamin D deficiency
Hypocalcemia and other abnormalities of bone and mineral metabolism contraindicates therapy with risedronate. Also use cautiously in patients with preexisting hyperparathyroidism or vitamin D deficiency. Bisphosphonates, including risedronate, may exacerbate these conditions. Asymptomatic, small decreases in both serum calcium and serum phosphorus have been reported in some patients receiving risedronate. Adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D is important in all patients, especially in those with Paget's disease in whom bone turnover is significantly elevated.
Achalasia, dysphagia, esophageal stricture, esophagitis, gastritis, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), GI disease, hiatal hernia, inability to stand or sit upright
As oral bisphosphonates are known to cause local irritation to gastric mucosa with prolonged contact, use of risedronate is contraindicated in patients with an inability to stand or sit upright for at least 30 minutes after dose administration (see Administration) and in those with delayed esophageal emptying due to achalasia, esophageal stricture, or other cause. Risedronate should be used with caution in patients with other upper GI disease. Bisphosphonates may cause or worsen symptoms of dysphagia, esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hiatal hernia, gastritis, and esophageal and gastric ulcers. Additionally, exercise caution when administering NSAIDs and aspirin with risedronate, due to the potential for additive GI toxicity. Prescribers and health care professionals should closely monitor patients for any signs or symptoms an esophageal reaction. Advise patients to discontinue risedronate and seek medical attention if they develop dysphagia, odynophagia, or retrosternal pain. The risk of esophageal reactions increases in patients who do not follow the administration instructions. It is very important that patients understand and follow these instructions; direct observation may be required in those who cannot independently follow dosing instructions due to mental disability. In 2011, the FDA announced an ongoing review of data from published studies to evaluate whether use of oral bisphosphonate drugs is associated with an increased risk of esophageal cancer. There have been conflicting findings from studies evaluating this risk. At the time of the announcement, FDA states that the benefits of oral bisphosphonate drugs in reducing the risk of serious fractures in people with osteoporosis continue to outweigh their potential risks.
Children
Safe and effective use of risedronate in children has not been established. Bisphosphonates have been used successfully in children for treatment of specific disease states (i.e., hypercalcemia of malignancy, idiopathic or glucocorticoid induced osteoporosis, osteogenesis imperfecta, Paget's disease). However, extreme caution must be used to ensure appropriate use in children; excessive doses of bisphosphonates may compromise skeletal quality during growth, despite concomitant increases in bone density. In a case report, inappropriate and excessive doses of pamidronate in a child resulted in osteopetrosis (abnormally dense and misshapen bone predisposed to fracture). It may be advisable to monitor biochemical markers of skeletal turnover when bisphosphonates are used in children to help assure clinicians that skeletal resorption is not excessively suppressed.
Pregnancy
There are no studies of risedronate use during human pregnancy. It is prudent to avoid the use of risedronate during pregnancy. There is a theoretical risk of fetal harm (predominantly skeletal) if a woman becomes pregnant during or after completing a course of bisphosphonate therapy. After a bisphosphonate is incorporated into bone matrix it is gradually released from the bone, over a period of weeks to years. The extent of bisphosphonate incorporation into adult bone, and hence, the amount available for release back into systemic circulation, is directly related to the total dose and duration of bisphosphonate use. The impact of variables such as time between cessation of bisphosphonate therapy to conception, the particular bisphosphonate used, and the route of administration on this risk has not been established. Bisphosphonates do cause fetal harm in animals, suggesting the uptake of bisphosphonates into fetal bone is greater than into maternal bone. Animal reproductive studies indicate risedronate may induce fetal skeletal changes, decrease maternal calcium and cause protracted parturition, and may have a possible effect on fetal viability.[29352]
Breast-feeding
Risedronate should be used with caution during breast-feeding. It is not known whether risedronate is excreted in human milk; there are no data regarding the effect on the breastfed infant or the effect on lactation physiology or breast milk composition. Bisphosphonates are incorporated into the bone matrix, from which they are gradually released over a period of years. The amount of bisphosphonate incorporated into adult bone, and hence, the amount available for release back into the systemic circulation for potential excretion into breast milk, is directly related to the dose and duration of bisphosphonate use. Consider the benefits of breast-feeding, the risk of potential infant drug exposure, and the risk of an untreated or inadequately treated condition.[29352]
Renal failure, renal impairment
It is recommended that patients with renal failure or severe renal impairment with a creatinine clearance < 30 ml/min not receive risedronate. Renal excretion is substantially decreased in patients with a creatinine clearance < 30 ml/min. Patients with a creatinine clearance >= 30 ml/min do not require dosage adjustments.
Geriatric
Dosage adjustments of risedronate are not necessary in geriatric patients based on age alone. Controlled clinical trials of postmenopausal osteoporosis included a good proportion of elderly patients 65 to 75 years of age, as well as patients over 75 years of age. No overall differences in efficacy or safety were observed between older patients and younger adults during these trials. In the male osteoporosis trial, 28% of patients receiving risedronate were aged 65 to 75 years and 9% were over 75 years of age. The lumbar spine bone mineral density change for risedronate compared to placebo was 5.6% for subjects less than 65 years of age and 2.9% for subjects 65 years and older. No overall differences in safety were observed between elderly and younger patients in this trial. Per the manufacturer, however, greater sensitivity of some older individuals cannot be ruled out. The federal Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) regulates the use of medications in residents of long-term care facilities. The OBRA guidelines state that bisphosphonates must be taken according to very specific directions, including time of day, position, and timing relative to other medications and food. Patients receiving these medications should be monitored closely for GI complications (e.g., esophageal or gastric erosion). Potential adverse effects of bisphosphonates include dysphagia, esophagitis, gastritis, or esophageal and gastric ulcers, particularly when used in combination with oral corticosteroids, aspirin, or other NSAIDs.
Anemia, chemotherapy, coagulopathy, corticosteroid therapy, dental disease, dental work, infection
Osteonecrosis of the jaw has been reported in patients with cancer receiving treatment regimens which included bisphosphonates (most commonly pamidronate and zoledronic acid), but also occasionally in patients receiving chronic oral bisphosphonate therapy for osteoporosis, including risedronate. The risk may increase with duration of exposure to the bisphosphonate. In patients with cancer receiving intravenous bisphosphonates, many patients were also receiving chemotherapy and corticosteroids. The majority of reported cases have been associated with dental procedures, such as tooth extraction, and many of these patients had signs of local infection including osteomyelitis; however, cases have appeared spontaneously. It would be prudent for all patients including those with concomitant risk factors (e.g. anemia, cancer, chemotherapy, coagulopathy, corticosteroid therapy, dental disease, infection, poor oral hygiene) initiating bisphosphonate therapy to receive a dental examination with appropriate preventive dentistry and correction of dental complications prior to beginning treatment. Preventive measures such as these as well as continued regular follow-up with a dentist during bisphosphonate therapy are recommended by the American Academy of Oral Medicine as the best way to minimize the risk of osteonecrosis. Invasive dental procedures should be avoided, if possible, during treatment, but if they are necessary, should be performed by an experienced dentist with close patient follow-up. If osteonecrosis of the jaw does develop during bisphosphonate therapy, it should be noted that dental surgery may exacerbate the condition. For patients requiring dental work, no data are available to suggest whether discontinuation of bisphosphonate treatment reduces the risk of osteonecrosis of the jaw. Discontinuing the bisphosphonate once osteonecrosis develops is controversial as the estimated half-life of bisphosphonates in the bone is years.
Laboratory test interference
Bisphosphonates are known to interfere with the use of bone-imaging agents. Specific studies with risedronate regarding this laboratory test interference have not been performed.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Acetaminophen; Aspirin, ASA; Caffeine: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use.
Aluminum Hydroxide: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from aluminum-containing medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Aluminum hydroxide will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any aluminum containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any aluminum containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any aluminum containing product.
Aluminum Hydroxide; Magnesium Carbonate: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from aluminum-containing medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Aluminum hydroxide will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any aluminum containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any aluminum containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any aluminum containing product.
Aluminum Hydroxide; Magnesium Hydroxide: (Moderate) Magnesium hydroxide will interfere with the absorption of risedronate. Do not take magnesium hydroxide within 2 hours of taking risedronate. (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from aluminum-containing medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Aluminum hydroxide will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any aluminum containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any aluminum containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any aluminum containing product.
Aluminum Hydroxide; Magnesium Hydroxide; Simethicone: (Moderate) Magnesium hydroxide will interfere with the absorption of risedronate. Do not take magnesium hydroxide within 2 hours of taking risedronate. (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from aluminum-containing medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Aluminum hydroxide will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any aluminum containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any aluminum containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any aluminum containing product.
Aluminum Hydroxide; Magnesium Trisilicate: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from aluminum-containing medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Aluminum hydroxide will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any aluminum containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any aluminum containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any aluminum containing product.
Amlodipine; Celecoxib: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Amoxicillin; Clarithromycin; Omeprazole: (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Aspirin, ASA: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use.
Aspirin, ASA; Butalbital; Caffeine: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use.
Aspirin, ASA; Butalbital; Caffeine; Codeine: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use.
Aspirin, ASA; Caffeine: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use.
Aspirin, ASA; Caffeine; Dihydrocodeine: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use.
Aspirin, ASA; Caffeine; Orphenadrine: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use.
Aspirin, ASA; Carisoprodol: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use.
Aspirin, ASA; Carisoprodol; Codeine: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use.
Aspirin, ASA; Citric Acid; Sodium Bicarbonate: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use. (Moderate) Sodium bicarbonate can reduce the absorption of the oral bisphosphonates. Wait at least 30 minutes after oral alendronate, 1 hour after ibandronate, and 2 hours after oral etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before taking a sodium bicarbonatecontaining product.
Aspirin, ASA; Dipyridamole: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use.
Aspirin, ASA; Omeprazole: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use. (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Aspirin, ASA; Oxycodone: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use.
Aspirin, ASA; Pravastatin: (Moderate) Aspirin, ASA use is associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, and GI ulceration. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. In clinical trials, aspirin use along with bisphosphonates increased the risk of GI events in some patients; however, some clinical trials of bisphosphonates have not reported increased rates of GI adverse events with aspirin co-use. Exercise caution when administering aspirin with a bisphosphonate. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, and monitor renal function during combined use.
Bupivacaine; Meloxicam: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Calcium Acetate: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from calcium-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Calcium will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Calcium Carbonate: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from calcium-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Calcium will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Calcium Carbonate; Famotidine; Magnesium Hydroxide: (Major) Use of H2-blockers with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from calcium-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Calcium will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Calcium Carbonate; Magnesium Hydroxide: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from calcium-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Calcium will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Calcium Carbonate; Risedronate: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from calcium-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Calcium will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Calcium Carbonate; Simethicone: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from calcium-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Calcium will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Calcium Chloride: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from calcium-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Calcium will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Calcium Gluconate: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from calcium-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Calcium will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Calcium: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from calcium-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Calcium will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Calcium; Vitamin D: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from calcium-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Calcium will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Celecoxib: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Chlorpheniramine; Ibuprofen; Pseudoephedrine: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Chromium: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from calcium-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Calcium will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Cimetidine: (Major) Use of H2-blockers with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets.
Deferasirox: (Moderate) Because gastric ulceration and GI bleeding have been reported in patients taking deferasirox, use caution when coadministering with other drugs known to increase the risk of peptic ulcers or gastric hemorrhage including risedronate.
Dexlansoprazole: (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Diclofenac: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Diclofenac; Misoprostol: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Diflunisal: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Diphenhydramine; Ibuprofen: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Diphenhydramine; Naproxen: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Esomeprazole: (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Etodolac: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Famotidine: (Major) Use of H2-blockers with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets.
Famotidine; Ibuprofen: (Major) Use of H2-blockers with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Fenoprofen: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Ferric Maltol: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from iron-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Iron will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Flurbiprofen: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Food: (Major) Any food, including milk products, will decrease the bioavailability of risedronate, and may also increase the risk of esophageal irritation from the medication. Patients should be informed to take risedronate at least 30 minutes before their first food or drink of the day, other than plain water.
H2-blockers: (Major) Use of H2-blockers with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets.
Hetastarch; Dextrose; Electrolytes: (Moderate) Oral magnesium may significantly reduce the absorption of the oral bisphosphonates (e.g. risedronate). All medications should be administered at least 30 minutes after a risedronate dose to help prevent these absorption interactions. Some recommend that divalent cation-containing products should preferentially be taken at least 2 hours after oral bisphosphonates or at a completely different time of day. (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from calcium-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Calcium will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Hydrocodone; Ibuprofen: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Ibuprofen: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Ibuprofen; Oxycodone: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Ibuprofen; Pseudoephedrine: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Indomethacin: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Iron Salts: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from iron-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Iron will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Iron: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from iron-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Iron will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Ketoprofen: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Ketorolac: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Lansoprazole: (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Lansoprazole; Amoxicillin; Clarithromycin: (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Lansoprazole; Naproxen: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Lanthanum Carbonate: (Moderate) To limit absorption problems, the oral bisphosphonates should not be taken within 2 hours of dosing with lanthanum carbonate. Oral drugs known to interact with cationic antacids, like the oral bisphosphonates, may also be bound by lanthanum carbonate. Separating times of administration will maximize absorption and clinical benefit of the bisphosphonate. Separate the times of administration appropriately. Monitor the patient's clinical status and bone density as recommended to ensure the appropriate response to bisphosphonate therapy is obtained.
Magnesium Citrate: (Moderate) Do not administer oral magnesium-containing products within 2 hours of oral bisphosphonates; oral magnesium may significantly reduce the absorption of the oral bisphosphonates (e.g., alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, or tiludronate). All medications should be administered at least 30 minutes after an alendronate or risedronate dose, and at least 1 hour after an ibandronate dose to help prevent absorption interactions. Some recommend that divalent cation-containing products should preferentially be taken at least 2 hours after these drugs or at a different time of day.
Magnesium Hydroxide: (Moderate) Magnesium hydroxide will interfere with the absorption of risedronate. Do not take magnesium hydroxide within 2 hours of taking risedronate.
Magnesium Salts: (Moderate) Oral magnesium may significantly reduce the absorption of the oral bisphosphonates (e.g. risedronate). All medications should be administered at least 30 minutes after a risedronate dose to help prevent these absorption interactions. Some recommend that divalent cation-containing products should preferentially be taken at least 2 hours after oral bisphosphonates or at a completely different time of day.
Magnesium: (Moderate) Oral magnesium may significantly reduce the absorption of the oral bisphosphonates (e.g. risedronate). All medications should be administered at least 30 minutes after a risedronate dose to help prevent these absorption interactions. Some recommend that divalent cation-containing products should preferentially be taken at least 2 hours after oral bisphosphonates or at a completely different time of day.
Meclofenamate Sodium: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Mefenamic Acid: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Meloxicam: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Nabumetone: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Naproxen: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Naproxen; Esomeprazole: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported. (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Naproxen; Pseudoephedrine: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Nizatidine: (Major) Use of H2-blockers with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets.
Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Norethindrone Acetate; Ethinyl Estradiol; Ferrous fumarate: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from iron-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Iron will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Norethindrone; Ethinyl Estradiol; Ferrous fumarate: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from iron-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Iron will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Omeprazole: (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Omeprazole; Amoxicillin; Rifabutin: (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Omeprazole; Sodium Bicarbonate: (Moderate) Sodium bicarbonate can reduce the absorption of the oral bisphosphonates. Wait at least 30 minutes after oral alendronate, 1 hour after ibandronate, and 2 hours after oral etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before taking a sodium bicarbonatecontaining product. (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Oxaprozin: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Pantoprazole: (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Piroxicam: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Polycarbophil: (Moderate) Coadministration of risedronate with calcium polycarbophil can interfere with the oral absorption of risedronate; do not administer calcium polycarbophil within 30 minutes of risedronate. Each 625 mg of calcium polycarbophil contains a substantial amount of calcium (approximately 125 mg).
Polysaccharide-Iron Complex: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from iron-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Iron will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Proton pump inhibitors: (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Pyridoxine, Vitamin B6: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from calcium-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Calcium will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any calcium containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Rabeprazole: (Moderate) Use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets. In healthy subjects who received esomeprazole for 6 days, the Cmax and AUC of a single dose of risedronate delayed-release tablets (Atelvia) increased by 60% and 22%, respectively. PPIsare widely used and are frequently coadministered in users of oral bisphosphonates. A national register-based, open cohort study of 38,088 elderly patients suggests that those who use PPIs in conjunction with alendronate have a dose-dependent loss of protection against hip fracture. While causality was not investigated, the dose-response relationship noted during the study suggested that PPIs may reduce oral alendronate efficacy, perhaps through an effect on absorption or other mechanism, and therefore PPIs may not be optimal agents to control gastrointestinal complaints. Study results suggest that the interaction may occur across the class; however, other interactions have not been confirmed and data suggest that fracture protection is not diminished when risedronate is used with PPIs. A post hoc analysis of patients who took risedronate 5 mg daily during placebo-controlled clinical trials determined that risedronate significantly reduced the risk of new vertebral fractures compared to placebo, regardless of concomitant PPI use. PPI users (n = 240) and PPI non-users (n = 2489) experienced fracture risk reductions of 57% (p = 0.009) and 38% (p < 0.001), respectively.
Ranitidine: (Major) Use of H2-blockers with delayed-release risedronate tablets (Atelvia) is not recommended. Co-administration of drugs that raise stomach pH increases risedronate bioavailability due to faster release of the drug from the enteric coated tablet. This interaction does not apply to risedronate immediate-release tablets.
Rofecoxib: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Sodium Bicarbonate: (Moderate) Sodium bicarbonate can reduce the absorption of the oral bisphosphonates. Wait at least 30 minutes after oral alendronate, 1 hour after ibandronate, and 2 hours after oral etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before taking a sodium bicarbonatecontaining product.
Sodium Ferric Gluconate Complex; ferric pyrophosphate citrate: (Moderate) Separating times of administration of the oral bisphosphonate from iron-containing supplements and medications will maximize absorption and clinical benefit. Iron will interfere with the absorption of the orally administered bisphosphonates alendronate, etidronate, ibandronate, risedronate, and tiludronate. At least 30 minutes should elapse after the oral administration of alendronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 1 hour should elapse after the oral administration of ibandronate before taking any iron containing product. At least 2 hours should elapse after the oral administration of etidronate, risedronate, or tiludronate before administering any calcium containing product.
Sodium Sulfate; Magnesium Sulfate; Potassium Chloride: (Moderate) Oral magnesium may significantly reduce the absorption of the oral bisphosphonates (e.g. risedronate). All medications should be administered at least 30 minutes after a risedronate dose to help prevent these absorption interactions. Some recommend that divalent cation-containing products should preferentially be taken at least 2 hours after oral bisphosphonates or at a completely different time of day.
Sulindac: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Sumatriptan; Naproxen: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Tolmetin: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Valdecoxib: (Moderate) Exercise caution when administering an NSAID with a bisphosphonate. Monitor for the presence of GI complaints, including potential GI ulceration and bleeding, as well as renal function, during combined use. Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are associated with esophageal and/or gastric irritation, GI ulceration. a risk of nephrotoxicity, and decreased bone mineral density. Bisphosphonates may cause GI adverse events and occasionally, renal dysfunction. Though patients receiving intravenously administered bisphosphonates have a decreased incidence of GI adverse effects as compared to those taking orally administered bisphosphonates, nephrotoxicity is possible, and GI events are rarely reported.
Vitamin A: (Minor) Doses in excess of 1,500 to 2,000 mcg per day of Vitamin A may lead to bone loss and will counteract the effects of risedronate therapy.