Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml

Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml belongs to the class of medicines called 'bisphosphonates' used to treat osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones) caused by menopause or long-term steroid use. Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml also treats Paget’s bone and high calcium levels caused by cancer. Osteoporosis is a bone disease that weakens and thins bones by decreasing bone density, common in post-menopausal women.  As the density of bones decreases, they weaken and are more likely to break. 

Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml contains Zoledronic acid that works by binding to the bone tightly and preventing the removal of calcium by osteoclasts (a type of bone cell that destroys bone tissue). This prevents osteoclasts from breaking down the bone and keeps the bones strong and minimizes the risk of bones breaking.

A doctor or nurse will administer Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml. In some cases, you may experience headache, fever, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, back pain, diarrhea, pain in the muscles, joints, or bones, swelling, or pain at the infusion site. Most of these side effects of Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor. Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid taking Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml if you have hypocalcemia (low calcium levels in the blood) and severe kidney problems. Drive only if you are alert as Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml may cause dizziness. Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml may cause osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) in some patients. Therefore, if you experience any problems with teeth or mouth such as loose teeth, swelling or pain, non-healing of sores, or discharge, consult your doctor and dentist as these might be signs of osteonecrosis of the jaw.

Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml is used in the treatment of Postmenopausal osteoporosis, Pagets disease, Hypercalcemia (high level of calcium) in cancer. The detailed uses of Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml are as follows:

• Osteoporosis: Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml treats and prevents bone loss in postmenopausal women and men at high risk of fractures.
• Paget’s disease of Bone: Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml reduces abnormal bone turnover and strengthens weakened bones.
• Hypercalcemia of Malignancy: Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml lowers dangerously high calcium levels caused by cancer.

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml. Typically, it is administered once every 3-4 weeks.
• Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml will be administered intravenously (through the vein) by a healthcare professional in a medical setting.
• Do not self-administer it.

Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml contains Zoledronic acid used to treat postmenopausal osteoporosis, Paget’s disease, and hypercalcemia of malignancy (bone cancer in which excess of calcium exits). Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml binds to the bone tightly and prevents calcium removal by osteoclasts (a type of bone cell that destroy bone tissue). This prevents osteoclasts from breaking down the bone, strengthening bones, and minimizing the risk of bones breaking. Also, Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml may reduce calcium levels in the blood by preventing calcium reabsorption from bones to the blood. Thus, it helps in treating high calcium levels in the blood caused by cancer.

If you are allergic to Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor. Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid taking Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml if you have hypocalcemia (low calcium levels in the blood) and severe kidney problems. Drive only if you are alert as Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml may cause dizziness. If you are not able to take daily calcium supplements, have had sections of the intestine or some or all of the parathyroid glands in the neck surgically removed, have cancer, gum disease, poor dental health, or planned tooth extraction or kidney problem, inform your doctor before taking Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml. If you are a smoker, inform your doctor before receiving Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml as it may increase the risk of dental problems. Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml may cause osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) in some patients. Therefore, if you experience any problems with teeth or mouth such as loose teeth, swelling or pain, non-healing of sores, or discharge, consult your doctor and dentist as these might be signs of osteonecrosis of the jaw. You are recommended to drink at least 2 glasses of fluids before and after treatment with Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml as advised by your doctor to prevent dehydration. Take calcium and vitamin D supplements as prescribed by your doctor as Zoltero 4 mg Injection 10 ml may reduce calcium levels in the blood.