Ibandronic acid Pharmacology

Ibandronic acid

About Ibandronic acid
Bisphosphonate derivative, Bone resorption inhibitor.
Mechanism of Action of Ibandronic acid
Inhibition of the enzyme farnesyl pyrophosphate synthase. Subsequently, the prenylation of GTP-binding proteins, Ibandronic acid is a potent bone resorption inhibitor, which acts on osteoclasts or on osteoclast precursors. It increases bone mineral density by reducing the rate of bone resorption.
Pharmacokinets of Ibandronic acid
Absorption: Poorly absorbed orally. Absolute bioavailability: <1%.
Distribution: Poorly absorbed orally.
Metabolism: Does not undergo metabolism
Excretion: Via urine. Unabsorbed drug via faeces.
Onset of Action for Ibandronic acid
N/A
Duration of Action for Ibandronic acid
N/A
Half Life of Ibandronic acid
10 to 60 hours
Side Effects of Ibandronic acid
1.Electrolyte disturbances
2.GI disturbances
3.Musculoskeletal pain
4.Headache
5.Hypercholesterolaemia
6.Renal impairment (parenteral)
Contra-indications of Ibandronic acid
1.Severe renal impairment,
2.Uncorrected hypocalcaemia,
3.Acute upper GI inflammation,
4.Inability to stand or sit upright for at least 60 min (oral).

Special Precautions while taking Ibandronic acid
History of bone/joint/muscle pain
GI Disturbunce
Risk factors for osteonecrosis of the jaw
Pregnancy and lactation.
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Contraindicated
Children Related Information
Contraindicated
Indications for Ibandronic acid
Osteoporosis
Hypercalcaemia of malignancy
Interactions for Ibandronic acid
Impaired absorption with aluminium, calcium, iron, magnesium compounds.
Increased risk of GI or renal adverse effects with NSAIDs.
Additive hypocalcaemic effects with aminoglycosides.
Typical Dosage for Ibandronic acid
Oral
Prophylaxis of skeletal events in patients with breast cancer and bone metastases
Adult: As ibandronic acid: 50 mg daily.
Oral
Postmenopausal osteoporosis
Adult: As ibandronic acid: 150 mg once mthly on the same date each mth or 2.5 mg daily
Hypercalcaemia of malignancy
Adult: As ibandronic acid: 2-4 mg as a single dose infused over 2 hr. Max: 6 mg/dose.
Intravenous
Postmenopausal osteoporosis
Adult: As ibandronic acid: 3 mg once every 3 mth; inj given over 15-30 sec.Intravenous
Prophylaxis of skeletal events in patients with breast cancer and bone metastases
Adult: As ibandronic acid: 6 mg infused over at least 15 minutes. Repeat dose every 3-4 wk.
Schedule of Ibandronic acid
H
Storage Requirements for Ibandronic acid
Oral: Store at controlled room temperature of 15-30?C (59-86?F).
Intravenous: Store at controlled room temperature of 15-30?C (59-86?F).
Keep out of the reach of children.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Ibandronic acid
N/A
Effects of Overdose of Ibandronic acid
N/A

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