Actonel
Risedronate tablets for osteoporosis and Paget's disease. They attach to bone mineral to slow the cells that break bone down.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35mg | 32 tablets | $182.00 | $5.69 |
| 35mg | 36 tablets | $201.00 | $5.58 |
| 35mg | 40 tablets | $223.00 | $5.58 |
- Category
- Bone Health
- Active ingredient
- Risedronate
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 35mg
Actonel is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Actonel on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Postmenopausal Osteoporosis · Paget's Disease of Bone
- Alternative names
- risedronate
- Therapeutic class
- Bisphosphonate
- Pharmacological class
- Bone Resorption Inhibitor
- Known off-label uses
- osteoporosis in men
- Minor side effects
- dyspepsia; nausea; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- bone pain; joint pain; diarrhoea
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals
- Onset time
- 1–3 months
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Calcium Supplements; Antacids
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Use only if benefits justify risks. Breastfeeding: Caution advised.
Contraindications
hypocalcaemia; oesophageal abnormalities; inability to stand or sit upright for thirty minutes
Serious side effects
osteonecrosis of the jaw, requires immediate medical attention; atypical femur fractures, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Risedronate tablets for osteoporosis and Paget's disease. They attach to bone mineral to slow the cells that break bone down.
Mechanism of action
Binds to bone hydroxyapatite and inhibits osteoclast-mediated bone resorption, preventing structural degradation.
FAQ
Will I receive the original Actonel?
No. Actonel is the original brand, made by Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (risedronate) at the same strength. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
What is another name for risedronate?
In South Africa, risedronate is also sold under brand names such as Actamax.
How is Actonel priced?
The price varies with pack size. Actonel comes in a 35mg strength, in packs of 32 to 40 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →What is Actonel used for?
Actonel contains risedronate, used for postmenopausal osteoporosis and Paget's disease of bone.
When does Actonel start working?
Risedronate usually starts to work within 1 to 3 months. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What side effects can Actonel cause?
The common side effects of risedronate are indigestion (dyspepsia), nausea and abdominal pain. Less common ones include bone pain, joint pain and diarrhoea. Serious but less common side effects include osteonecrosis of the jaw and atypical femur fractures, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Actonel interact with?
Risedronate can interact with calcium supplements and antacids. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Actonel.
Do I need a prescription to buy Actonel in South Africa?
No, not online: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Actonel. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I buy Actonel online in South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Actonel names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Risedronate at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.