ZOLEDRONIC ACID - zoledronic acid injection, solution
Gland Pharma Limited
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Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide).
Information for Patients
Patients should be made aware that zoledronic acid injection contains the same active ingredient (zoledronic acid) found in Zometa® , and that patients being treated with Zometa should not be treated with zoledronic acid injection.
Zoledronic acid injection is contraindicated in patients with creatinine clearance less than 35 mL/min [see Contraindications (4)].
Before being given zoledronic acid injection, patients should tell their doctor if they have kidney problems and what medications they are taking.
Zoledronic acid injection should not be given if the patient is pregnant or plans to become pregnant, or if she is breast-feeding [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6)].
There have been reports of bronchoconstriction in aspirin-sensitive patients receiving bisphosphonates, including zoledronic acid injection. Before being given zoledronic acid injection, patients should tell their doctor if they are aspirin-sensitive.
If the patient had surgery to remove some or all of the parathyroid glands in their neck, or had sections of their intestine removed, or are unable to take calcium supplements they should tell their doctor.
Zoledronic acid injection is given as an infusion into a vein by a nurse or a doctor, and the infusion time must not be less than 15 minutes.
On the day of treatment the patient should eat and drink normally, which includes drinking at least 2 glasses of fluid such as water within a few hours prior to the infusion, as directed by their doctor, before receiving zoledronic acid injection.
After getting zoledronic acid injection it is strongly recommended patients with Paget’s disease take calcium in divided doses (for example, 2 to 4 times a day) for a total of 1500 mg calcium a day to prevent low blood calcium levels. This is especially important for the two weeks after getting zoledronic acid injection [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)].
Adequate calcium and vitamin D intake is important in patients with osteoporosis and the current recommended daily intake of calcium is 1200 mg and vitamin D is 800 international units – 1000 international units daily. All patients should be instructed on the importance of calcium and vitamin D supplementation in maintaining serum calcium levels.
Patients should be aware of the most commonly associated side effects of therapy. Patients may experience one or more side effects that could include: fever, flu-like symptoms, myalgia, arthralgia, and headache. Most of these side effects occur within the first 3 days following the dose of zoledronic acid injection. They usually resolve within 3 days of onset but may last for up to 7 to 14 days. Patients should consult their physician if they have questions or if these symptoms persist. The incidence of these symptoms decreased markedly with subsequent doses of zoledronic acid injection.
Administration of acetaminophen following zoledronic acid injection administration may reduce the incidence of these symptoms.
Physicians should inform their patients that there have been reports of persistent pain and/or a non-healing sore of the mouth or jaw, primarily in patients treated with bisphosphonates for other illnesses. During treatment with zoledronic acid, patients should be instructed to maintain good oral hygiene and undergo routine dental check-ups. If they experience any oral symptoms, they should immediately report them to their physician or dentist.
Severe and occasionally incapacitating bone, joint, and/or muscle pain have been infrequently reported in patients taking bisphosphonates, including zoledronic acid injection. Consider withholding future zoledronic acid injection treatment if severe symptoms develop.
Atypical femur fractures in patients on bisphosphonate therapy have been reported; patients with thigh or groin pain should be evaluated to rule out a femoral fracture.
Zometa is a registered trademark of Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.
Manufactured by:
Gland Pharma Limited
D.P.Pally, Dundigal Post
Hyderabad - 500 043, India
Revised: 08/2020
MEDICATION GUIDE
Zoledronic Acid (ZOE-le-DRON-ik AS-id) Injection
Read the Medication Guide that comes with zoledronic acid injection before you start taking it and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This Medication Guide does not take the place of talking with your doctor about your medical condition or treatment. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions about zoledronic acid injection.
What is the most important information I should know about zoledronic acid injection?
You should not receive zoledronic acid injection if you are already receiving Zometa. Both zoledronic acid injection and Zometa contain zoledronic acid.
Zoledronic acid injection can cause serious side effects including:
1. Low calcium levels in your blood (hypocalcemia)
2. Severe kidney problems
3. Severe jaw bone problems (osteonecrosis)
4. Unusual thigh bone fractures
5. Bone, joint or muscle pain
1.Low calcium levels in your blood (hypocalcemia).
Zoledronic acid injection may lower the calcium levels in your blood. If you have low blood calcium before you start taking zoledronic acid injection, it may get worse during treatment. Your low blood calcium must be treated before you take zoledronic acid injection. Most people with low blood calcium levels do not have symptoms, but some people may have symptoms. Call your doctor right away if you have symptoms of low blood calcium such as:
Your doctor may prescribe calcium and vitamin D to help prevent low calcium levels in your blood, while you take zoledronic acid injection. Take calcium and vitamin D as your doctor tells you to.
2.Severe kidney problems.
Severe kidney problems may happen when you take zoledronic acid injection. Severe kidney problems may lead to hospitalization or kidney dialysis and can be life-threatening. Your risk of kidney problems is higher if you:
You should drink at least 2 glasses of fluid within a few hours before receiving zoledronic acid injection to reduce the risk of kidney problems.
3.Severe jaw bone problems (osteonecrosis).
Severe jaw bone problems may happen when you take zoledronic acid injection. Your doctor should examine your mouth before you start zoledronic acid injection. Your doctor may tell you to see your dentist before you start zoledronic acid injection. It is important for you to practice good mouth care during treatment with zoledronic acid injection.
4.Unusual thigh bone fractures.
Some people have developed unusual fractures in their thigh bone. Symptoms of a fracture may include new or unusual pain in your hip, groin, or thigh.
5.Bone, joint, or muscle pain.
Some people who take bisphosphonates develop severe bone, joint, or muscle pain.
Call your doctor right away if you have any of these side effects.
What is zoledronic acid injection?
Zoledronic acid injection is a prescription medicine used to:
It is not known how long zoledronic acid injection works for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis. You should see your doctor regularly to determine if zoledronic acid injection is still right for you.
Zoledronic acid injection is not for use in children.
Who should not take zoledronic acid injection?
Do not take zoledronic acid injection if you:
What should I tell my doctor before taking zoledronic acid injection?
Before you start zoledronic acid injection, be sure to talk to your doctor if you:
Especially tell your doctor if you are taking:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for a list of these medicines, if you are not sure.
Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them and show it to your doctor and pharmacist each time you get a new medicine.
How will I receive zoledronic acid injection?
What are the possible side effects of zoledronic acid injection?
Zoledronic acid injection may cause serious side effects.
The most common side effects of zoledronic acid injection included:
• Fever
• Pain in your bones, joints or muscles
• Pain in your arms and legs
• Headache
• Flu-like illness (fever, chills, bone, joint, or muscle pain, fatigue)
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
Talk to your doctor about things you can do to help decrease some of these side effects that might happen with a zoledronic acid injection infusion.
You may get allergic reactions, such as hives, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
These are not all the possible side effects of zoledronic acid injection. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800- FDA-1088.
General information about safe and effective use of zoledronic acid injection.
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication Guide. This Medication Guide summarizes the most important information about zoledronic acid injection. If you would like more information, talk with your doctor. You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information about zoledronic acid injection that is written for health professionals.
For more information, call Gland Pharma at 864-879-9994.
What are the ingredients in zoledronic acid injection?
Active ingredient: zoledronic acid monohydrate.
Inactive ingredients: mannitol and sodium citrate.
This Medication Guide has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Zometa is a registered trademark of Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.
Manufactured by:
Gland Pharma Limited
D.P.Pally, Dundigal Post
Hyderabad - 500 043, India
Revised: 08/2020