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About Idrofos Kit

Idrofos Kit belongs to a group of medications called 'antiosteoporotic medications used to prevent and treat age-related elderly osteoporosis and postmenopausal osteoporosis in women (after menopause). Idrofos Kit helps to reduce the risk of spine and hip fractures. Osteoporosis is a medical condition in which bone becomes thin or weak. When a woman reaches her menopause stages, her ovaries stop making the female hormone (estrogen) responsible for maintaining a woman's bone health. Due to the loss of estrogen, bone loss starts, and bones become weak. The earlier a woman reaches menopause, the more the chances of osteoporosis. If proper treatment is not provided, it can even result in brittle bones, increasing bone fracture risk. 

Idrofos Kit consists of three medicines: Ibandronic acid (bisphosphonates), Calcium (mineral) and Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3). Ibandronic acid is a bisphosphonate that prevents bone fracture by slowing bone loss, keeping the bones strong and increasing bone thickness. It also helps rebuild bones, reducing the risk of spine and hip fractures. Calcium is a mineral used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation and maintenance. Cholecalciferol is a steroid hormone produced in the skin when exposed to ultraviolet light or obtained from food sources. It helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone.

Your doctor will advise you how often you need to take Idrofos Kit based on your medical condition. Idrofos Kit may cause undesirable effects like stomach pain, heartburn, difficulty swallowing, or pain upon swallowing. Most of these side effects of Idrofos Kit do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, stop taking Idrofos Kit and consult your doctor. 

If you are known to be allergic to Idrofos Kit or its inactive components, please inform your doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Idrofos Kit. Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Idrofos Kit passes into the breast milk; hence breastfeeding mothers need medical advice before starting Idrofos Kit. Idrofos Kit should not be given to children or adolescents whose age is less than 18 years.

Uses of Idrofos Kit

Osteoporosis, Osteomalacia, Vitamin D deficiency.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Idrofos Kit consists of three medicines, namely, Ibandronic acid (bisphosphonates), Calcium (mineral), and Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3). Ibandronic acid is a bisphosphonate that helps maintain strong bones and reduces fracture chances. It also increases bone thickness and rebuilds bones, reducing the risk of spine and hip fractures. It is also indicated for the treatment of increasing bone mass in men with osteoporosis, glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis and Paget's disease of bone. Calcium is a mineral used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation and maintenance. Cholecalciferol is a steroid hormone produced in the skin when exposed to ultraviolet light or obtained from food sources. It is a provitamin that is converted into a vitamin after intake. Cholecalciferol is a form of Vitamin D and helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and bone mineralisation. It treats and prevents bone disorders, such as rickets and osteomalacia. Together, Idrofos Kit is used to treat low blood calcium levels. It effectively treats conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body like Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and the elderly (above 65 years of age), hypoparathyroidism, latent tetany, and rickets or osteomalacia.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Idrofos Kit

  • Constipation
  • Stomach upset 
  • Heartburn
  • Stomach pain
  • Pain upon swallowing
  • Joint pain

Drug Warnings

Do not take Idrofos Kit if you are allergic to Idrofos Kit or its inactive components. Pregnant ladies should first consult with their doctor before taking Idrofos Kit as it is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Breastfeeding women should first consult with the doctor before taking Idrofos Kit as it passes into breast milk and may affect the infant. Idrofos Kit is not recommended if you have hypercalcaemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), have problems in the oesophagus (food pipe) and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food).  After taking this medicine, a person should sit upright or stand for at least half an hour, Ibandronic acid in Idrofos Kit can cause serious stomach or oesophagus problems. Idrofos Kit can increase the risk of jaw bone problems (osteonecrosis), especially in those treated with steroids, chemotherapy, radiation, cancer, blood cell disorders, and pre-existing dental problems. Brief your medical history if you have any heart/kidney/liver/blood vessel diseases, kidney stones, sarcoidosis (growth of inflammatory cells in different parts of the body), Crohn's disease (inflammatory bowel disease), Whipple's disease (bacterial infection affecting joints and digestive system), achlorhydria (little or no stomach acid), low levels of bile, and phosphate imbalance. Idrofos Kit is only an only part of a complete program that includes diet modification, regular exercise, bone mineral density testing, and consuming calcium and vitamin supplements. Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption, therefore, it is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Idrofos Kit.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Calcium carbonateGefitinib
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Calcium carbonateRaltegravir
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Calcium carbonateGefitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Idrofos Kit:
Co-administration of Idrofos Kit may interfere with the absorption of Gefitinib and reduce its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Idrofos Kit can be taken with Gefitinib if prescribed by the doctor. However, Gefitinib and Idrofos Kit should not be taken orally at the same time. Maintain a gap of 2-6 hours between both medicines. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Calcium carbonateRaltegravir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Idrofos Kit:
Co-administration of Idrofos Kit may interfere with the absorption of Raltegravir and reduce its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Idrofos Kit with Raltegravir should be avoided. Consult the doctor if you have any concerns, the doctor may recommend alternatives that do not interact with raltegravir. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Calcium carbonateDigoxin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Idrofos Kit:
Co-administration of Idrofos Kit and Digoxin may increase the calcium levels may increase the effects of Digoxin

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Idrofos Kit can be taken with Digoxin if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Calcium carbonateDolutegravir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Idrofos Kit:
Co-administration of Dolutegravir with Idrofos Kit can reduce the effectiveness of dolutegravir.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Idrofos Kit can be taken with dolutegravir if prescribed by the doctor. However, dolutegravir and Idrofos Kit should not be taken orally at the same time. Maintain a gap of 2-6 hours between both medicines. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Calcium carbonateKetoconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Idrofos Kit:
Co-administration of Idrofos Kit with Ketoconazole may decrease the effects of Ketoconazole.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Idrofos Kit can be taken with Ketoconazole if prescribed by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 2 or more hours between both medicines. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Calcium carbonatePatiromer calcium
Severe
How does the drug interact with Idrofos Kit:
Co-administration of Idrofos Kit may lower the effectiveness of Patiromer calcium in binding potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Idrofos Kit can be taken with Patiromer calcium if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as metabolic alkalosis like nausea, vomiting, tremor, muscle twitching, lightheadedness, numbness or tingling, prolonged muscle spasms, slowed breathing, irregular heartbeat, and confusion. Do not discontinue the medication without a doctor's advice.
ColecalciferolErgocalciferol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Idrofos Kit:
The combined use of cholecalciferol and ergocalciferol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Idrofos Kit and ergocalciferol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolAluminium hydroxide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Idrofos Kit:
The combined use of aluminum hydroxide with Idrofos Kit may increase the risk of toxicity.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Idrofos Kit with Aluminium hydroxide can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having any of these symptoms like bone pain, muscle weakness, anemia, seizures, or dementia, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ColecalciferolCalcifediol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Idrofos Kit:
The combined use of calcifediol with cholecalciferol can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Idrofos Kit and calcifediol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolCalcitriol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Idrofos Kit:
Co-administration of Cholecalciferol and Calcitriol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Idrofos Kit and calcitriol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • A person should consume calcium and vitamin D in their diet as it helps make stronger bones and avoid everyday osteoporosis dangers.
  • A post-menopausal woman should limit salt intake as it can pose a high risk of losing more bone minerals than other women of the same age.
  • Do regular exercise like weight-bearing exercises which are important for maintaining bone health.
  • Calcium is important for making bones strong. Vitamin D is equally important, which helps to ensure absorption and retention of calcium in bones, so take food high in calcium and vitamins.

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Therapeutic Class

BONE ENHANCERS

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • COLESEVELAM
  • COLESTIPOL
  • DOXYCYCLINE
  • MINOCYCLINE
  • CIPROFLOXACIN
  • LEVOFLOXACIN
  • PENICILLIN
  • NEOMYCIN
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • ESTRAMUSTINE
  • ALENDRONATE SODIUM
  • LEVOTHYROXINE
  • ORLISTAT
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • ETHACRYNIC ACID
  • DIGITOXIN
  • ASPIRIN
  • NAPROXEN
  • DICLOFENAC

Special Advise

  • Certain diagnostic test like bone density scan should be done regularly to check bone mineral density (BMD) while using Idrofos Kit. 
  • Intake of Idrofos Kit can cause false test result of bone imaging, so if you are taking Idrofos Kit, let your doctor know before any bone test. 
  • Idrofos Kit may interfere with cholesterol tests, hence please inform your doctor and laboratory staff that you are taking Idrofos Kit before undergoing blood tests.
  • Clinical monitoring of serum electrolyte concentrations and cardiac function is recommended.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Osteoporosis: It is a medical condition that causes thinning and weakening of the bones. It usually happens in women after menopause and the elderly (men and women above 65 years of age). When a woman reaches her menopause stage, her ovaries stop making the estrogen, a female hormone responsible for keeping a woman’s bone health. Due to a lack of estrogen, the bone starts becoming weaker due to bone loss. The early a woman reaches the menopause stage, the greater the chances of osteoporosis. In starting days, osteoporosis does not show any symptoms.  However, if proper treatment is not provided, then it can even lead to broken bones. Initially, the bones don't hurt, and breaks in the spine's bones may go unseen until they cause height loss.  In Osteoporosis, bones there is a risk of bone fracture anytime during daily activities like lifting or even minor activities. Bones usually occur at the hip, spine, or wrist, leading to stooped posture (dowager’s hump) and loss of movement. 

Vitamin D deficiency: When a person cannot get enough Vitamin D through food and exposure to sunlight, it leads to vitamin D deficiency. It often leads to thin, brittle or misshapen bones. 

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