Although our bones seem solid and stable, they actually undergo constant renewal. Specialized cells called osteoclasts draw used calcium out of the bones while other cells called osteoblasts replace it. Especially after menopause, this process can get out of balance. Calcium starts to leach out of the bones faster than it can be replaced, leading to the brittle-bone disease called osteoporosis.

Actonel combats this problem by reducing the activity of the osteoclasts and slowing the loss of calcium from the bones. It is prescribed for postmenopausal women, both to prevent osteoporosis and to strengthen the bones once the disease has begun. It is also used to prevent or treat osteoporosis resulting from therapy with steroid medications, and it is used in the treatment of Paget’s disease, a condition in which patches of bone become softened and enlarged.

Both Actonel and a similar drug called Fosamax are members of the family of drugs called bisphosphonates.

Most important fact about Actonel

Actonel not only stops the bone loss of osteoporosis, but actually reverses the disease and increases bone mineral density. As the bones grow stronger, your chances of sustaining a fracture decline.

How should you take Actonel?

Three types of Actonel are available: a 5-milligram and 30-milligram tablet that can be taken daily, and a 35-milligram tablet that’s taken once a week. The tablets should be taken at least 30 minutes before the first food or drink of the day other than water. Take the pill while standing or sitting in an upright position and wash it down with a full 6 to 8 ounce glass of plain water (do not use coffee, tea, juice, milk, or other dairy products). Swallow the tablet whole, do not chew or suck on it. Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking the medication.

Other treatment measures typically include weight-bearing exercise, reduction of excessive smoking and drinking, and supplemental calcium and vitamin D if you don’t get enough in your diet. If you require calcium supplements, or use any medications containing calcium, aluminum, or magnesium, avoid taking them at the same time of day as Actonel.

What side effects may occur?

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Actonel.

• More common side effects may include:
  Abdominal pain, anxiety, back pain, belching, bladder irritation, bone disorders and pain, bronchitis, bursitis, cataracts, chest pain, colitis, constipation, depression, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, dizziness, dry eyes, eye infection, flu-like symptoms, gas, headache, high blood pressure, infection, insomnia, itching, joint disorders and pain, leg cramps, muscle pain, muscle weakness, nausea, neck pain, nerve pain, pain, pneumonia, rash, ringing in ears, sinus problems, sore throat, stomach bleeding, stuffy or runny nose, swelling, tendon problems, tumor, ulcers, urinary tract infection, vertigo, vision problems, weakness

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Actonel

If Actonel is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Actonel with the following:

Antacids
Calcium supplements
Laxatives such as Milk of Magnesia

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Actonel has caused harm when tested on pregnant animals. It is not recommended during human pregnancy unless its benefits are judged to outweigh the potential risks. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, notify your doctor immediately.

If you are nursing a baby, you’ll need to choose between discontinuing nursing or discontinuing the drug.

Recommended dosage

ADULTS

Osteoporosis

For the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, the recommended dose is one 5-milligram tablet once daily or one 35-milligram tablet once a week.

Steroid-Induced Osteoporosis

For treatment or prevention of steroid-induced osteoporosis, the recommended dose is one 5-milligram tablet once a day.

Paget’s Disease

The recommended dose for Paget’s disease is 30 milligrams once a day for two months. A second 2-month course of therapy may be required in certain individuals.

Overdosage

A large overdose of Actonel can dramatically reduce calcium levels in the blood. Warning signs include a tingling sensation and spasms. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.

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Vitamin A & D prevent fracture and osteoporotic bone loss:

• Vitamin A combinations are used to prevent or to treat a calcium deficiency;
• Vitamin D combinations are responsible for cell division and bone growth.

How Taken

Use Vitamin A & D as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Vitamin A & D by mouth with or without food.
• Swallow Vitamin A & D whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.
• Several days may pass before your symptoms improve. Do not stop taking Vitamin A & D without checking with your doctor.
• Take your doses at the same times each day.
• Continue to take Vitamin A & D even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.

Drug Class and Mechanism

• Vitamin A is found in food from animal sources and needed for cell division, growth of bones, skin, and male and female reproductive organs night vision and. In pregnant women vitamin A is necessary for the growth of a healthy fetus.
• Vitamin D is important for the absorption of calcium from the stomach and for the functioning of calcium in the body.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medicine unless your doctor directs otherwise.

Storage

Store Vitamin A & D at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Vitamin A & D out of the reach of children and away from pets.

Warnings Precautions

Do not use Vitamin A & D if:

• If you take other medicines, do not take Vitamin A & D combination without first talking to your doctor;
• you are allergic to Vitamin A & D;

Possible Side Effects

Check with your doctor if any of these most common side effects persist or become bothersome:

• tiredness; nausea, vomiting, or decreased appetite; irritability; headache; dryness or cracking of the lips or skin; hair loss.

More Information

Additionally, Vitamin A & D is required by the body for growth, good vision and healthy skin.

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Rocaltrol is a synthetic form of vitamin D used to treat people on dialysis who have hypocalcemia (abnormally low blood calcium levels) and resulting bone damage. Rocaltrol is also prescribed to treat low blood calcium levels in people who have hypoparathyroidism (decreased functioning of the parathyroid glands). When functioning correctly, these glands help control the level of calcium in the blood.

Rocaltrol is also prescribed for hyperparathyroidism (increased functioning of the parathyroid glands) and resulting bone disorders in people with kidney disease who are not yet on dialysis.

Most important fact about Rocaltrol

While you are taking Rocaltrol, your doctor may want you to follow a special diet or take calcium supplements. This is an important part of your therapy. On the other hand, too high a calcium level can be harmful. If you are already taking any medications containing calcium or calcium supplements, make sure you doctor knows about it.

How should you take Rocaltrol?

Be sure to get enough fluids and avoid dehydration while taking Rocaltrol.

• If you miss a dose…
  If you take 1 dose every other day, and you remember before the next day, take the forgotten dose immediately, then go back to your regular schedule. If you do not remember until the next day, take the dose immediately, skip a day, then go back to your regular schedule.

If you take 1 dose every day, take it as soon as you remember. Then go back to your regular schedule. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the dose you missed and go back to your regular schedule.

If you take Rocaltrol more than once a day, take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.

Do not take 2 doses at once.

• Storage instructions…
  Keep capsules and oral solution away from heat and light.

What side effects may occur?

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Rocaltrol.

• Side effects occurring early may include:
  Bone pain, constipation, dry mouth, extreme sleepiness, headache, loss of appetite, metallic taste, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, weakness

• Side effects occurring later may include:
  Abnormal thirst, apathy, arrested growth, decreased sex drive, dehydration, elevated blood cholesterol levels, excessive urination, extremely high body temperature, high blood pressure, inflamed eyes, intolerance to light, irregular heartbeat, itchy skin, kidney problems, loss of appetite, nighttime urination, runny nose, sensory disturbances, urinary tract infections, wasting of muscles or other tissues, weight loss, yellowish skin

Excessive amounts of vitamin D may cause abnormally high calcium levels in the blood.

Why should Rocaltrol not be prescribed?

You should not use Rocaltrol if you have high blood levels of calcium, or if you have vitamin D poisoning. You should also avoid Rocaltrol if it, or any similar drug, has given you an allergic reaction in the past.

Special warnings about Rocaltrol

You should not take additional doses of vitamin D while taking Rocaltrol. People who are on dialysis should not take antacids containing magnesium while taking Rocaltrol.

Your doctor will monitor your calcium levels while you are taking Rocaltrol because excessive calcium levels can be very dangerous. If this problem develops, your doctor will need to stop Rocaltrol therapy temporarily and prescribe a lower dose when treatment resumes.

While taking Rocaltrol, you should have an adequate daily intake of calcium (at least 600 milligrams a day), either from foods (such as milk and dairy products) or from a calcium supplement. Your doctor will estimate your daily calcium intake before you take this drug to see if you will require more calcium.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Rocaltrol

If Rocaltrol is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Rocaltrol with the following:

Antacids containing magnesiumCalcium supplementsCholestyramineDigitalisKetoconazolePhenobarbitalPhenytoinSteroid medications such as prednisoneThiazide diuretics such as hydrothiazdieVitamin D supplements

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

The effects of Rocaltrol during pregnancy have not been adequately studied. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. Pregnant women should use Rocaltrol only if the possible benefit outweighs any possible risk to the unborn baby.

Rocaltrol may appear in breast milk. Because it may affect a nursing infant, you should not use Rocaltrol while you are breastfeeding.

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Fosamax is indicated for treatment and prevention of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. For the treatment of osteoporosis, Fosamax increases bone mass and reduces the incidence of fractures, including those of the hip and spine. It is also indicated for the prevention of osteoporosis, treatment to increase bone mass in men with osteoporosis, treatment of glucocorticoid. It is used to treat induced osteoporosis in men and women receiving glucocorticoids in a daily dosage equivalent to 7.5 mg or greater of prednisone and who have low bone mineral density, treatment of Paget\’s disease of bone in men and women.

How Taken

Fosamax comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It should be taken once a day in the morning on an empty stomach. Fosamax should be taken with a full glass (6-8 ounces) of plain water. Wait at least 30 minutes after taking Fosamax before you eat, drink, or take other medications. Do not take Fosamax with mineral water, coffee, orange juice, milk, or other dairy products. Do not suck or chew the tablet; swallow the tablet whole. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking Fosamax. Standing or sitting upright helps you get the full dose and decreases heartburn or the risk of injury to your esophagus.

Warnings/Precautions

Before taking Fosamax, tell your doctor if you have a problem swallowing, such as a narrowing of the esophagus; have esophageal ulcers or an esophageal disease; have a condition that causes low levels of calcium in the body; have kidney disease; have stomach ulcers or other stomach or digestive problems; or are unable to stand or sit upright for at least 30 minutes. You may not be able to take Fosamax, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above. Fosamax is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether Fosamax will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take Fosamax without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether Fosamax passes into breast milk. Do not take Fosamax without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Missed Dose

If you take Fosamax every day and you miss a dose, skip that dose and take the next regularly scheduled dose the following day. Missing one dose will not affect your treatment. Do not take two tablets at the same time. If you take a Fosamax once a week and you miss a dose, take the missed dose on the morning after you remember. Do not take two tablets on the same day. Return to taking one tablet once a week, as originally scheduled on your chosen day.

Possible Side Effects

Stop taking Fosamax if you experience any of the following serious side effects: an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives); Seek emergency or talk to your doctor if you have difficulty or pain when swallowing; chest pain; pain or burning under the ribs or in the back; or new or worsening heartburn. Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Fosamax and talk to your doctor if you experience abdominal discomfort; stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation; headache; muscle, bone, or joint soreness or aches; eye pain; a rash; or an altered sense of taste. Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

Storage

Store in a well-closed container at room temperature, 15-30°C (59-86°F).

Overdose

Hypocalcemia, hypophosphatemia, and upper gastrointestinal adverse events, such as upset stomach, heartburn, esophagitis, gastritis, or ulcer, may result from oral over dosage. If you do think that an overdose has occurred, call an emergency room or poison control center.

More Information

Follow you doctor\’s recommendations about drinking alcohol and smoking. These activities are related to decreased bone density. Antacids and other medicines taken by mouth may decrease the effects of Fosamax. Do not take any other medicines within 30 minutes after a dose of Fosamax. Talk to your doctor before taking any other medicines during treatment with Fosamax.

Disclaimer

This drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. This is only general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse consequences to persons or property, however such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.

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Reosto tablets are useful for the treatment of osteoporosis; senile osteoporosis; postmenopausal osteoporosis; prolonged immobilization, following multiple or complex fractures, or surgery for multiple fractures.

How Taken

Generally, 1 Tablet twice a day after meals. In severe cases it may be taken thrice a day or as directed by the physician. This herbal composition should be taken for 8 to 12 weeks or longer period for effective results.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine and you are using it regularly, take it as soon as possible. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Storage

Store at the room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. Keep out of the reach of children.

Possible Side Effects

Reosto is not known to have any side effects if taken as per the prescribed dosage.

More Information

Reosto ingredients consist of estrogenic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, adaptogenic and calcium supplementation properties, that help alleviate senile osteoporosis (SO) and post-menopausal osteoporosis (PMO).

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Raloxifene alters the cycle of bone formation and breakdown in the body. It reduces loss of bone tissue. Although studies are not complete, raloxifene appears to work without increasing the risk of breast or uterine cancer.

Raloxifene is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis (decreased density of bone mass) in postmenopausal women.

Raloxifene may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about raloxifene?

Do not take raloxifene if you are pregnant or if you could become pregnant during treatment. Raloxifene is in the FDA pregnancy category X. This means that raloxifene is known to cause birth defects in an unborn baby.Before having any surgery, tell your doctor that you are taking raloxifene. Treatment with raloxifene may need to be stopped temporarily if you require an extended period of bed rest.

Avoid sitting still for long periods of time during travel while taking raloxifene.

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience and of the following side effects that may indicate a blood clot formation: sharp pain in the legs; swelling of the legs; sudden chest pain; coughing up blood; or changes in vision.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking raloxifene?

Before having any surgery, tell your doctor that you are taking raloxifene. Treatment with raloxifene may need to be stopped temporarily if you require an extended period of bed rest.

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have a history of

• blood clots;
• stroke;
• cancer;
• increased triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood); or
• liver disease.

You may not be able to take raloxifene, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.

Raloxifene is in the FDA pregnancy category X. This means that raloxifene is known to cause birth defects in an unborn baby. Do not take raloxifene if you are pregnant or if you could become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether raloxifene passes into breast milk. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take raloxifene?

Take raloxifene exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Raloxifene can be taken with or without food.

Take raloxifene at the same time each day.

Your doctor may want you to take calcium and vitamin D supplements if you do not receive enough of these substances from your regular diet.

Weight-bearing exercise may also be helpful.

Store raloxifene at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek medical attention.

Symptoms of a raloxifene overdose are not known.

What should I avoid while taking raloxifene?

Before having any surgery, tell your doctor that you are taking raloxifene. Treatment with raloxifene may need to be stopped temporarily if you require an extended period of bed rest.

Avoid sitting still for long periods of time during travel while taking raloxifene.

Alcohol and cigarette smoking may cause increased bone loss. Discuss with your doctor the use of these products.

Raloxifene side effects

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking raloxifene and seek emergency medical attention or notify your doctor:

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
• sharp pain in the legs;
• swelling of the legs;
• sudden chest pain;
• coughing up blood;
• changes in vision; or
• unexplained vaginal bleeding.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take raloxifene and talk to your doctor if you experience

• leg cramps,
• muscle soreness,
• weight gain,
• sweating,
• hot flashes, or
• a rash.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect raloxifene?

Before taking raloxifene, talk to your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• cholestyramine (Questran, Prevalite) or colestipol (Colestid);
• the blood thinner warfarin (Coumadin); or
• an estrogen or progesterone product such as birth control pills or hormone replacement therapy.

You may not be able to take raloxifene, or you may require special monitoring or a dosage adjustment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with raloxifene. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has additional information about raloxifene written for health professionals that you may read.

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ETIDRONATE (Didronel^®) reduces the release and breakdown of calcium from bone. This drug helps to reduce excess calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia) that you can get with certain cancers. This drug is also used to help prevent bone loss and to increase normal healthy bone production in patients with Paget’s disease, in patients who have had hip surgery, or in those patients with osteoporosis. Generic etidronate tablets are available.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
•dental disease
•kidney disease
•stomach, intestinal, or esophageal problems
•an unusual or allergic reaction to etidronate, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
•pregnant or trying to get pregnant
•breast-feeding

How should I take this medicine?

Take etidronate tablet by mouth in the morning, after you have risen for the day. Swallow the tablet with a full glass (6—8 fluid ounces) of plain water first thing in the morning. Do not take the tablet with any other type of liquid except plain water. Do not chew or suck the tablets. Do not eat or drink anything before you take your tablets and do not eat breakfast, drink, or take any other medicines for at least 30 minutes after taking etidronate. If you can wait for 2 hours before eating, your body will absorb even more of the medicine. After taking this medicine, remain sitting or standing upright (do not lie down or bend over) for at least 30 minutes. This will help to avoid irritation of your throat and esophagus (tube connecting mouth to stomach). Do not take this medicine at the same time as antacids, calcium, magnesium or iron supplements, or vitamins with minerals; if you take these medications, take them later in the day. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can if you have not already eaten. If you have already eaten, call your prescriber or health care professional for advice. Do not take double or extra doses.

What drug(s) may interact with etidronate?

•aluminum hydroxide
•antacids
•calcium supplements
•iron supplements
•magnesium supplements
•parathyroid hormone
•teriparatide
•warfarin

Tell your prescriber or health care professional: about all other medicines you are taking including non-prescription medicines; if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol; if you smoke; or if you use illegal drugs. These can affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

What side effects might I notice from taking etidronate?

Serious side effects from etidronate are rare. Patients using etidronate for more than 6 months at a time are at an increased risk of developing bone fractures (broken bones).
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
•black or tarry stools
•broken bones
•constant jaw pain, especially burning or cramping
•difficulty passing urine or less frequent passing of urine
•increased bone pain
•redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
•skin rash, itching (hives)
•stomach or lower back pain
•swelling of the lips, arms, legs, face, tongue, or throat

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
•diarrhea
•indigestion
•joint pain
•muscle pain
•nausea, vomiting

What should I watch for while taking etidronate?

Visit your prescriber or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. If you have Paget’s disease it may be some time before you see the benefit from etidronate. After your initial treatment period, you must have a 90-day treatment-free interval before re-treatment. Do not stop taking etidronate except on your prescriber’s advice. High levels of phosphorus and low levels of calcium in the blood can occur but generally do not cause serious problems. Your prescriber or health care professional may order regular blood tests to check for these problems.

It is very important to take etidronate with a full glass of plain water (6—8 ounces). Do not take with orange juice, coffee, or other fluids as these may decrease the absorption of etidronate. Do not take etidronate with food. Wait at least 30 minutes or longer after taking etidronate before you eat, drink or take other medicines.

Because etidronate may irritate your throat, remain sitting or standing upright for at least 30 minutes after taking this medicine. Do not lie down. Do not bend over while you are sitting, standing, or walking.

Patients on calcium- and vitamin D-restricted diets are more sensitive to the effects of etidronate. You should maintain adequate amounts of calcium and vitamin D in your diet, unless directed otherwise by your health care provider. Discuss your dietary needs with your prescriber or health care professional or nutritionist.

If you get bone pain or a worsening of bone pain, check with your prescriber or health care professional.

If you are taking an antacid, a mineral supplement like calcium or iron, or a vitamin with minerals, wait to take them at least 2 hours after you take etidronate. Do not take them at same time.

Where can I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.

Store at room temperature below 40 degrees C (104 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

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Arava is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. It reduces the pain, stiffness, inflammation, and swelling associated with this disease, and staves off the joint damage that ultimately results.

Most important fact about this drug

You MUST NOT take Arava if you are pregnant; it can harm the developing baby. If you are still in your childbearing years, your doctor will want to see negative results from a pregnancy test before starting you on Arava. You’ll also need to use reliable contraceptive measures as long as you take the drug.

If you become pregnant while taking Arava, your doctor will stop the drug immediately and prescribe a regimen of cholestyramine (Questran) in 8-gram doses 3 times a day for 11 days. Questran helps to clear Arava from the bloodstream, possibly preventing harm to the unborn child.
How should you take this medication?

Your dosage of Arava will be decreased after the first 3 days. Never take more than your doctor prescribes.

–If you miss a dose…

Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take 2 doses at the same time.

–Storage instructions…

Store at room temperature away from light.

Why should this drug not be prescribed?

Remember that you must not take Arava if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You’ll also need to avoid this drug if it gives you an allergic reaction.

Special warnings about this medication

Arava is potentially damaging to the liver. Your doctor will test your liver function before starting Arava therapy, and will conduct monthly blood tests for a while after therapy begins. If you have significant liver disease, including hepatitis, you’ll be unable to take Arava. If you develop liver problems while taking the drug, your dose will have to be reduced or eliminated.

Theoretically, Arava may interfere with the body’s ability to fight off infection. The drug is therefore not recommended for people with cancer, bone marrow problems, severe infections, AIDS, or any other immune system problems. You should also avoid immunization with live vaccines while taking Arava.

Arava has been known to cause rare but serious skin reactions. If you develop a skin rash or eruption, stop taking Arava and contact your doctor. Arava can also reduce your blood cell count. Notify your doctor promptly if any signs of this problem appear. Warnings include easy bruising, frequent infections, unusual fatigue, and paleness.

Poor kidney function can increase the amount of Arava in your system. Your doctor will prescribe the drug cautiously if you’re subject to kidney problems.

Arava does not appear to cause fetal harm when taken by the father prior to conception. Nevertheless, if you plan to father a child, your doctor will instruct you to stop taking Arava and will prescribe a regimen of cholestyramine to clear Arava from your system.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking this medication

If Arava is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Arava with the following:

Cholestyramine (Prevalite, Questran)
Methotrexate (Rheumatrex)
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as Advil, Aleve, Motrin, and Naprosyn
Rifampin (Rifadin, Rifamate, Rifater)
Tolbutamide (Orinase)

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Do not take Arava while pregnant or breastfeeding. Taken during pregnancy, the drug can cause birth defects. And although it is not known whether Arava appears in breast milk, there is good reason to suspect that it will cause serious side effects in nursing infants.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Arava , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

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HHA CORAL CALCIUM CONTAINS NO FILLERS

Above Sea-Level Collected Coral Calcium - Highest Grade - 35% calcium. Daily adult dose if you are well. - 1 capsule 2 or 3 times a day. If you are sick - 2 caps twice a day and if you have a major illness - 2 caps three times a day. HHA Coral Calcium is not harvested from living coral reefs or even from the ocean environment, but from above ground sources in Okinawa, Japan in an ecologically friendly manner. This is very important to us at HHA. Coral reefs are endangered and disappearing fast. HHA Coral Calcium protects reefs by only using fossilized coral from above sea level. Some companies harvest the live reef, others collect dead coral by dredging under and around the reef. Scientists warn that any tampering with the reef is damaging. Our HHA Coral Calcium contains no: yeast, wheat, gluten, milk, rice, or preservatives. 1 Vegicap contains: 1,000 mg of Fossilized Coral Calcium - (Calcium (from Fossilized Coral Calcium) - 350 mg.), plus 74 trace minerals. Bottle is 100 Vegetarian capsules.

CORAL CALCIUM - FULL OF TRACE MINERALS

The most common elements in Coral Calcium are calcium and magnesium. The trace mineral analysis is impressive and could very well account for the many health benefits that this product seems to bring about. Our industrialized society has been severely depleted of these micronutrient elements and they are essential for the proper functioning of all body cells. Several years ago, Congressional documents Number 23476 said there is not enough minerals in the soil to support health for our bodies. The mineral have to be in the soil first in order to get into our food products and then into our bodies. If we don’t use food supplements to keep us healthy, we certainly cannot be healthy. Coral Calcium contains 74 trace minerals, supplying our bodies with the minerals it needs. Coral Calcium minerals are naturally ionized (nature’s smallest form, 1000 times smaller than colloidal) allowing for almost total bioavailability. Considering all of the major minerals, Calcium is of utmost importance! Almost twice as much Calcium is needed as any other mineral. In Okinawa, Japan, you will find very little disease or doctors. These people just don’t get sick with the diseases we face here. The one thing that makes them different from us is they ingest 1000’s of milligrams of calcium daily. It’s found naturally in their drinking water. If you don’t acknowledge this factor, you cannot be healthy. Good health is no accident. We all must drink lots of good water ever day, get in the sunshine, and get all the minerals needed daily. This requires daily supplements. These are approximately 74 ‘trace’ minerals present in very low parts per millions (ppm’s). HHA Coral Calcium will not be contraindicated with any current medications or other supplements you might be taking. This product is 100% safe with no negative side effects.

HHA CORAL CALCIUM AND PH

The issue of body acidity and alkalinity is beginning to show some importance in the overall health of the body. Many alternative practitioners of alternative medicine believe that modern lifestyle is pushing many people to a body status of acidity (low pH). Acidosis (overly acidic body) is the primary indicator of a Mineral Deficiency Disease. Scientists have discovered that the body fluids of healthy people are alkaline (high pH) whereas the body fluids of sick people are acidic (low pH). Scientists have found that healthy people have systems that are alkaline. Scientists have also found that over 200 degenerative diseases are linked to Mineral Deficiency - including cancer, diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, gall and kidney stones, and many more. It has been proposed that the intake of alkaline metals (like calcium), may assist in helping to neutralize the body acidity in a positive manner. For instance, many people that have arthritic conditions, have a low pH and their symptoms are made worse by eating acidic foods like tomatoes and oranges. The ability of Coral Calcium to help with the body’s balancing of the pH may prove to be one of it’s most important health benefits.

WHO SHOULD SUPPLEMENT HHA CORAL CALCIUM?

Anyone with Diabetes, Arthritis , Heart Disease, Osteoporosis, Eczema, Cancer, Alzheimer’s Disease, Fibromyalgia, High Cholesterol, Muscle Cramps, Gallstones, Gout, Indigestion, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Lupus. Hiatal Hernia, Hypertension, Chronic Headaches, Candida, and anyone who wants to test the validity of all the claims that have been made about this product. We are offering a high quality, affordable bottle, so that it will be easily available for all our members to give it a try. We never use other companies testimonial’s, so since this product is brand new to HHA, we have no fantastic testimonials to report yet, even though we have heard some amazing one’s from people asking us to get this product. However, will report HHA Member’s testimonials as they come in.

LONGEVITY CLAIMS???

Is is possible Coral Calcium may hold the secret to lifelong health? Coral Calcium is found naturally embedded in the soil in Japan. When the Japanese drink the water, they’re taking in the coral calcium along with it. Coral Calcium is the only difference between their lifestyle and ours, and yet many Japanese live to 100 years old!! They have a much smaller rate of cancer and other terminal diseases. The coral calcium found naturally within their drinking water is the purest in form. By supplementing with Coral Calcium you will gain the benefits that many Japanese have had the luxury of experiencing for centuries. Coral Calcium may be the elixir of the new millennium. We will see…

IS HHA CORAL CALCIUM SAFE FOR CHILDREN AND ELDERLY AND PETS?

Yes, this product is very safe and can be given to children, elderly and pets.

SHOULD I STOP MY OTHER CALCIUM SUPPLEMENTS

Marijah McCain does not think so, especially if you are working on any type of illness, such as chronic candida, arthritis, fibromyalgia and joint cramping or pain. Our HHA Cal/Mag/Vitamin D liquid is one of the very best therapeutic well balanced, easily assimilated supplements you can by. Because of it’s liquid form and balanced formula, many members have noticed remarkable results very quickly. She does recommend that you add in the Coral Calcium and see if you notice any significant improvement.

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Calcium is a mineral used to treat osteoporosis (bone loss), kidney stones, and menstrual cramps. It is also used as a vitamin supplement to increase bone mass and is used as an antacid (to treat stomach acid upset).

How Taken

Use Calcium Carbonate as directed by your doctor:

• If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label. Ask your pharmacist or health caregiver if you are not sure how much calcium you should take in one day.
• Most calcium supplements should be taken with food. Drink a full glass of water (8 ounces) with each dose, unless you are on kidney dialysis.
• If you need to take more than one dose each a day, take each dose at evenly spaced times, unless your doctor has told you otherwise.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Calcium Carbonate.
Missed Dose

If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Storage

Store Calcium Carbonate at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Calcium Carbonate out of the reach of children and away from pets.

Possible Side Effects

Check with your doctor if any of these most common side effects persist or become bothersome:

• mild constipation, gas.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these severe side effects occur:

• breathing problems or tightness in your throat or chest; chest pain; skin hives, rash, or itchy or swollen skin.

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If you are using this medicine as a phosphate binder for kidney dialysis, do not drink extra water with each dose.

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