Risedronate (Systemic)

Brand Names : Actonel

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Abdominal or stomach pain; skin rash

Less common

Abdominal or stomach pain (severe); belching; bone pain; cramping of stomach

Rare

Red, sore eyes

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

More common

Diarrhea; headache; joint pain

Less common

Blurred vision or change in vision; chest pain; constipation; cough; dizziness; dry eyes; fever; general feeling of discomfort or illness; headache; leg cramps; nausea; ringing in the ears; swelling of feet or lower legs; weakness

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.