pamidronate disodium
Pamidronate Disodium is a bisphosphonate used to treat Hypercalcemia, Osteolysis, Extramammary Paget Disease, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
Bisphosphonate · by Sun Pharma Global
Generic of Aredia
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Pamidronate Disodium
- Drug class
- Bisphosphonate
- Form
- Injectable, Solution
- Strength
- Pamidronate Disodium 30MG/VIAL · Pamidronate Disodium 90MG/VIAL
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Generic
- May treat
- hypercalcemia, osteolysis, extramammary paget disease
- Manufacturer
- Sun Pharma Global
- FDA application
- ANDA077703
- Availability
- Discontinued (per FDA)
Storing Pamidronate Disodium, and how long it keeps
Quoted from this product’s own FDA label. Storage belongs to the product and its device, not to the drug in general — a pen and a tablet of the same medicine are kept completely differently.
- “This infusion solution is stable for up to 24 hours at room temperature.”
Drug class
How this class works, per Bisphosphonate - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf.
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
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Dosage forms
Injectable and Solution
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
Ways to save
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Request a 90-day supply
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Pamidronate Disodium treat?
- Pamidronate Disodium (Pamidronate Disodium) may be used to treat hypercalcemia, osteolysis, extramammary paget disease, postmenopausal osteoporosis, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- How does Pamidronate Disodium work?
- Pamidronate Disodium is a bisphosphonate. Bisphosphonates stick to the mineral surface of bone, especially where it is being broken down. When the bone-dissolving cells (osteoclasts) take the drug up, it disables or kills them, slowing bone loss and helping keep bones denser and stronger.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Pamidronate Disodium?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Pamidronate Disodium. To pay less, Pamidronate Disodium is already a generic — usually the lowest-cost version — so the main levers are comparing cash prices between pharmacies and using a pharmacy discount-card service. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Pamidronate Disodium?
- Pamidronate Disodium is marketed by Sun Pharma Global. You can see Sun Pharma Global's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Pamidronate Disodium a brand-name or generic drug?
- Pamidronate Disodium is a generic medication; its active ingredient is Pamidronate Disodium. Generics contain the same active ingredient as the brand-name original and are usually lower cost.
- Is Pamidronate Disodium available over the counter?
- No. Pamidronate Disodium is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Pamidronate Disodium come in?
- Pamidronate Disodium is currently marketed as injectable and solution, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- What class of drug is Pamidronate Disodium?
- Pamidronate Disodium is classified as bisphosphonate, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
- Is Pamidronate Disodium FDA-registered?
- Pamidronate Disodium is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number ANDA077703. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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