Actonel with Calcium

["Before taking this medicine", "You should not use Actonel with Calcium if you are allergic to calcium carbonate or risedronate, or if you have:", "\\\\nlow levels of calcium in your blood (hypocalcemia) or\\\\n\\\\n\\\\na problem with the movement of muscles in your esophagus.\\\\n", "Do not take an Actonel tablet if you cannot sit upright or stand for at least 30 minutes Risedronate can cause serious problems in the stomach or esophagus (the tube that connects your mouth and stomach) You will need to stay upright for at least 30 minutes after taking this medication.", "To make sure Actonel with Calcium is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:", "\\\\nlow or high levels of calcium in your blood \\\\n\\\\n\\\\nkidney disease \\\\n\\\\n\\\\ntrouble swallowing or\\\\n\\\\n\\\\nan ulcer in your stomach or esophagus.\\\\n", "In rare cases, this Actonel with Calcium may cause bone loss (osteonecrosis) in the jaw Symptoms include jaw pain or numbness, red or swollen gums, loose teeth, or slow healing after dental work The longer you use Actonel with Calcium, the more likely you are to develop this condition.", "Osteonecrosis of the jaw may be more likely if you have cancer or received chemotherapy, radiation, or steroids Other risk factors include blood clotting disorders, anemia (low red blood cells), and a pre existing dental problem.", "Talk with your doctor about the risks and benefits of using this Actonel with Calcium.", "It is not known whether Actonel with Calcium will harm an unborn baby Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.", "\\\\n\\\\n", "It is not known whether calcium carbonate and risedronate passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.", " Actonel with Calcium pregnancy and breastfeeding warnings (more detail)", "How should I take Actonel with Calcium?", "Take Actonel with Calcium exactly as prescribed by your doctor Follow all directions on your prescription label Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.", "Actonel with Calcium is packaged as two separate medicines: 4 risedronate tablets and 24 calcium tablets Take a risedronate tablet one day per week, first thing in the morning, at least 30 minutes before you eat or drink anything or take any other medicine Take a calcium tablet with food every day for the 6 days in between your risedronate doses.", "Only the calcium tablet should be taken with food Actonel must be taken on an empty stomach.", "Take the Actonel tablet first thing in the morning, at least 30 minutes before you eat or drink anything or take any other medicine Take the Actonel tablet on the same day each week and always first thing in the morning.", "Take the Actonel tablet with a full glass (6 to 8 ounces) of water Use only plain water (not mineral water) when taking a Actonel tablet.", "Do not crush, chew, or suck the tablet Swallow the pill whole.", "After taking an Actonel tablet, carefully follow these instructions:", "\\\\nDo not lie down or recline for at least 30 minutes.\\\\n\\\\n\\\\nDo not eat or drink anything other than plain water.\\\\n\\\\n\\\\nDo not take any other medicines including vitamins, calcium, or antacids for at least 30 minutes It may be best to take your other medicines at a different time of the day Talk with your doctor about the best dosing schedule for your other medicines.\\\\n", "Actonel with Calcium is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include diet changes, exercise, and taking vitamin supplements Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.", "Take only the amount of calcium that your doctor recommends Do not use other calcium supplements unless your doctor has told you to.", "Your bone mineral density will need to be checked often You may not need to take this medication for longer than 3 to 5 years if you take it for osteoporosis.", "Store Actonel with Calcium at room temperature away from moisture and heat."]