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Manufacturer Novartis 
Distributor Hong Kong: Zuellig/Macau: Four Star 
Contents Zoledronic acid
Indications Prevention of skeletal-related events (pathological fractures, spinal compression, radiation or surgery to bone, or tumour-induced hypercalcaemia) in patients w/ advanced bone malignancies. Treatment of hypercalcaemia of malignancy (HCM).
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Dosage Prevention of skeletal-related events in patient w/ advanced bone malignancies & HCM Adult & elderly Recommended dose: 4 mg IV infusion for not <15 min every 3-4 wk. Dilute the conc w/ 100 mL NaCl 0.9% or glucose soln 5%. Patient should also take oral Ca supplement 500 mg & vit D 400 IU daily. Hydrate patient prior to & following administration of Zometa.
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Contraindications Hypersensitivity to bisphosphonates. Pregnancy & lactation.
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Special Precautions Severe renal or hepatic impairment. Monitor serum electrolytes & creatinine. Assess hydration status prior to administration. Patient should maintain oral Ca supplement 500 mg & vit D 400 IU daily.
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Adverse Drug Reactions Rise in body temp, flu-like syndrome, bone ache, myalgia, GI discomfort, rash, pruritus, chest pain, local inj site reactions.
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Drug Interactions Aminoglycosides.
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Pregnancy Category (US FDA)      
     
Category D: There is positive evidence of human foetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk (e.g., if the drug is needed in a life-threatening situation or for a serious disease for which safer drugs cannot be used or are ineffective). 
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Zometa powder for injection  Zometa 4 mg/5 mL x 1's 
 
Manufacturer: Novartis
 
Distributor: Hong Kong: Zuellig

Macau: Four Star