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Zophost 10mg Tablet Substitute
Verified Ingredients and Effects
Composition:
ALENDRONIC ACID-10MG
Uses:
Osteoporosis, Paget’s disease of the bone
Medicinal Benefits:
Zophost 10mg Tablet contains Alendronic acid, a bisphosphonate used to treat osteoporosis. It is used primarily to strengthen bones, joints, muscles and in the treatment of bone disease. Zophost 10mg Tablet works by preventing bone destruction and resorption, thereby retaining the normal density of bones. It slows down the activity of bone-destroying cells (osteoclasts), which tend to be in overdrive in case of bone diseases such as osteoporosis and Paget’s. Hence, Zophost 10mg Tablet is useful in strengthening and restoring the integrity and health of weak bones.
FAQs
Zophost 10mg Tablet works by maintaining bone density. It helps in supporting bones and joints by inhibiting bone-destroying cells from being overactive.
Please see an orthopaedic doctor if you have had a fracture. Zophost 10mg Tablet is used in the case of osteoporosis and has limited use in the direct treatment of fractures as a fracture is more of surgical concern.
It usually takes one month for Zophost 10mg Tablet to start working. However, full benefits may take six months to one year to show.
Zophost 10mg Tablet can be taken with other medicines if prescribed by the doctor. However, maintaining a gap of 30minutes between Zophost 10mg Tablet and other medicines is advised.
Consult your doctor before taking NSAID's/pain killer medicines along with Zophost 10mg Tablet.
Zophost 10mg Tablet may cause osteonecrosis of the jaw. It is a bone disease in which there is a loss of blood to the bone. Maintain good oral hygiene, and have a regular dental check-up throughout the treatment with Zophost 10mg Tablet. Consult your dentist if you experience any problems such as loose teeth, swelling, or pain.