Ibandronic Acid is a bisphosphonate that works by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells responsible for bone destruction. Ibandronic Acid is commonly used for the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and men at high risk of fractures. It may cause adverse effects such as headache, back pain, musculoskeletal pain, indigestion, heartburn, and diarrhea.
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Is Zoledronic acid better than Ibandronic acid for bone problem?
Query: Hi doctor, My mother is suffering with breast cancer as primary and now there is brain metastasis. The disease has spread to all the parts of the body including the bones. I have attached her PET scan for your reference. We are taking the treatment for the disease and her physical condition was ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern about the patient. As per the scan report you sent (attachment removed to protect patient identity), though the metastasis is widespread, she has relatively improved as far as bone are considered (sclerotic). In case of cancers, bone quality is l... Read Full »
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