Pamidronate: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Pamidronate is a bisphosphonate given by infusion. It is a prescription medicine used for high calcium from cancer, bone metastases and Paget's disease. In Pakistan it is available as injections, made by 3 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Pamidronate works

Pamidronate attaches to bone and slows down the cells that break bone down. This reduces the amount of calcium released from bone into the blood, eases bone pain and helps protect weakened bones from damage.

What is Pamidronate used for?

• High calcium from cancer
• Bone metastases
• Paget's disease

Pamidronate is given as a slow drip into a vein to lower high blood calcium caused by cancer. It is also used to reduce bone pain and the risk of fractures in people whose cancer, such as breast cancer or multiple myeloma, has spread to the bones, and to treat Paget's disease of bone. It is given in hospital or a clinic.

Side effects of Pamidronate

After a Pamidronate infusion, some people notice side effects such as:

• Fever and flu-like symptoms
• Bone, muscle or joint pain
• Headache
• Nausea
• Pain or swelling where the drip was placed

Tell your doctor straight away if you have jaw pain, loose teeth or a sore in the mouth that does not heal, new thigh or groin pain, eye pain, or muscle cramps, tingling or twitching.

Precautions and warnings

• It is given as an infusion by healthcare staff, and your kidney function and blood calcium will be checked.
• Make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D if your doctor advises it.
• Tell your dentist you have had it, and have dental problems treated before starting where possible.
• It can cause drowsiness or dizziness soon after the infusion, so do not drive straight afterwards.
• It should not be used in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions about Pamidronate

What is the price of Pamidronate in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Pamidronate products currently in stock range from Rs 3,481 to Rs 12,154 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Aredia 15mg Injection at Rs 3,481. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Pamidronate are available in Pakistan?

Pamidronate is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Osteopam (CCL Pharmaceuticals Ltd), Pamisole (Atco Laboratories Ltd) and Aredia (Novartis Pharma (Pakistan)ltd).

Do I need a prescription for Pamidronate?

Yes. Pamidronate is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Can Pamidronate be used during pregnancy?

It should not be used in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Are all Pamidronate brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Pamidronate in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Pamidronate brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 4 products containing Pamidronate from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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