Zometa (Injection)

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Is my Zometta treatment realy necessary?


I was diagnosed with insitu ductory cancer of the breast. I hada lumpectomy in 1999I was put on tomoxifin for five years.At that time I was diagnoswd with pre-osteoprosis following a bone scan and was then put on Zometta injuctions once a month for tw...
by Lois Scott in Ludington Michigan, 08/23/2006

zometta drug for bone cancer


should you take zometta injections if you take lasix drug?
by ginny goodman in norfolk, va., 01/17/2007

Way of injection for Zometa


does this injection need special arrangements ,like admiting the patient into a hospital or staying for a while in a clinic ???does it need certain way of injection ,like dispersing it in another solution(salt water or glaucose) to be admited slowly??...
by Engy Saeed in Egypt, 08/02/2006

Safety of Zometa Injection


My Mother is 65 years old, and she had Breast Carcinoma in 1985 which was not metastasized that followed by mastectomy. Since that time, she had frequent checkups that reflect all normal & no recurrency. Later investigations show that she has moder...
by Dr.S in International, Egypt, 11/15/2005

Zometa (Injection) Drug and Prescription Information

Zometa (Injection)

Zometa (Injection) Medication Classification

ZOLEDRONIC ACID (Injection)

Zometa (Injection) Brandname

Zometa

Zometa (Injection) is used for the Treatment

Zoledronic Acid (ZOE-le-dron-ik AS-id) Treats high blood calcium levels (hypercalcemia) that sometimes occur in patients with cancer. Also treats bone damage caused by multiple myeloma and cancers that spread to the bone.

When To Not Use Zometa (Injection)

You should not receive this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to zoledronate, mannitol, or similar medicines such as alendronate (Fosamax®), etidronate (Didronel®), pamidronate (Aredia®), risedronate (Actonel®), or tiludronate (Skelid®), or if you are pregnant.

How Should You Use Zometa (Injection)

Injectable

  • Medicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment.
  • You will receive this medicine while you are in a hospital or cancer treatment center. A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. It may also be given by a home health caregiver.
  • Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins. It will take at least 15 minutes for you to receive one dose of this medicine.
  • If you are receiving this medicine for hypercalcemia, the medicine is usually given only once. If your doctor determines that you need additional doses, you will receive the medicine again after at least 7 days have passed. This treatment will continue until your body responds to the medicine.

Proper Zometa (Injection) Storage

Store Zometa (Injection) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Zometa (Injection) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using Zometa (Injection)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using thalidomide (Thalomid®), antibiotics (such as amikacin (Amikin®), gentamicin (Garamycin®), streptomycin, tobramycin), or diuretics or "water pills" (such as furosemide, Lasix®).

Zometa (Injection) Warnings

  • Using this medicine while you are pregnant can harm your unborn baby. Use an effective form of birth control to keep from getting pregnant. If you think you have become pregnant while using the medicine, tell your doctor right away.
  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, congestive heart failure, asthma, or an allergy to aspirin.
  • Your doctor will need to check your blood and urine at regular visits while you are using this medicine. Be sure to keep all appointments.

Zometa (Injection) Side Effects

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

  • Decrease in how much or how often you urinate
  • Dry mouth, increased thirst, muscle cramps
  • Muscle spasms or tremors, loss of appetite, sleepiness
  • Painful urination, or blood in urine
  • Trouble breathing or chest pain
  • Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
    • If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
  • Low fever, chills, bone or joint pain, general muscle aches
  • Mild nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, or constipation
  • Mild skin rash or itching
  • Pain, redness, swelling where the IV needle is placed
  • Red, irritated eyes
  • Trouble sleeping

Zometa (Injection) Ratings

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David, David - 01/14/2014

the same thing you've reported in this post; that you can live a full prvcodtiue life, that what you have is treatable. I was relieved to hear him say it, and relieved to read it in your post. I'm sorry the treatment is so difficult. Take whatever is necessary to make it more bearable and give yourself permission to feel whatever you're feeling, rest when you need to, knit if that relaxes you (I think I did a lot of knitting too), and don't concern yourself with productivity, making art, etc. while you are undergoing treatment. Only do what you feel like doing! When I was getting chemo and radiation for my breast cancer, I did not make very much art. I was tired a lot of the time. This will be a tough time Gwyn, but you can, you will, get through it. Accept all the support and help that will be coming your way.RozPS. There's an organization called Breast Cancer.org that is an excellent resource. Support groups abound, and could be a help. <3

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