Pamidronate (Systemic)
Brand Names : Aredia, APD
Category
- Antihypercalcemic
- Bone resorption inhibitor
DescriptionPamidronate (pa-mi-DROE-nate) is used to treat hypercalcemia (too much calcium
in the blood) that may occur with some types of cancer. It is also used to treat
Paget's disease of bone and to treat bone metastases (spread of cancer).
This medicine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your
doctor. It is available in the following dosage form:
Parenteral
- Injection (U.S. and Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
In Canada -
Another commonly used name is APD .
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