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Olimab 60mg Injection
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Product introduction
Olimab 60mg Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and in men at increased risk of fractures. It makes the bones strong and reduce the risk of fractures.
is used in the treatment osteoarthritis
Uses of Olimab Injection
Benefits of Olimab Injection
In Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a common condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It often occurs in women after menopause. This condition can be treated with bone-strengthening medicines. Olimab 60mg Injection slows down the rate at which bone is broken down in your body. This maintains bone density and reduces your risk of breaking a bone. The injection is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.
You can help improve the strength of your bones by doing regular exercise (especially weight-bearing exercise), eating healthy foods containing calcium and Vitamin D and reducing your consumption of alcohol and tobacco. Supplements of calcium and Vitamin D3 are also effective.
You can help improve the strength of your bones by doing regular exercise (especially weight-bearing exercise), eating healthy foods containing calcium and Vitamin D and reducing your consumption of alcohol and tobacco. Supplements of calcium and Vitamin D3 are also effective.
Side effects of Olimab Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Olimab
- Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
- Pain in extremities
- Nerve pain
- Constipation
- Rash
- Urinary tract infection
How to use Olimab Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Olimab 60mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Olimab 60mg Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Olimab 60mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Olimab 60mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Olimab 60mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Olimab 60mg Injection is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Olimab 60mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Olimab 60mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Olimab 60mg Injection is a medication used to treat thinning of the bones (called osteoporosis).
- Take calcium and vitamin D to help build your bones when taking Olimab 60mg Injection.
- Do not take if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
- May cause a rare problem of the jaw (osteonecrosis), mostly seen after a dental procedure. Tell your doctor if you develop sudden jaw pain.
- Olimab 60mg Injection may also increase the risk of infection. Avoid being close to people with cold, flu or other contagious illnesses.
- Tell your doctor if you develop a rash while taking Olimab 60mg Injection.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Monoclonal antibody (mAb)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Bone resorption inhibitors- Monoclonal antibodies
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Olimab 60mg Injection
Once A Month
81%
Once A Week
14%
Twice A Month
5%
FAQs
How long can you stay on Olimab 60mg Injection?
There is no optimal duration of treatment of osteoporosis with Olimab 60mg Injection. The patient’s response and tolerability to the medicine is continuously monitored through periodic assessments, especially after 5 years of use of Olimab 60mg Injection. Depending on this, the duration of taking Olimab 60mg Injection is decided.
Does Olimab 60mg Injection cause hair loss?
Yes, hair loss is a common side effect of Olimab 60mg Injection though it does not affect everyone. Discuss with your doctor if you have concerns regarding your hair loss.
Is Olimab 60mg Injection a chemotherapy drug?
Olimab 60mg Injection is not a chemotherapy drug. It is a protein (monoclonal antibody) that interferes with the action of another protein in order to treat bone loss and osteoporosis. Treatment with Olimab 60mg Injection makes the bones stronger and less likely to break.
How is Olimab 60mg Injection given and how often?
Olimab 60mg Injection is available as an injection and is given by a healthcare professional. It is given once in 6 months. Your doctor may also advise you to take calcium and vitamin D while taking Olimab 60mg Injection.
Can Olimab 60mg Injection be taken during pregnancy?
No, pregnant women should not take Olimab 60mg Injection. You must use an effective method of birth control during and for at least 5 months after the last dose of Olimab 60mg Injection if you can become pregnant.
How should Olimab 60mg Injection be stored?
Olimab 60mg Injection should be stored in a refrigerator at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C) in the original carton. Warm temperatures can make it ineffective, and therefore proper storage is necessary. When you remove it from the refrigerator, keep it at room temperature [up to 77°F (25°C)] in the original carton and use it within 14 days.
Does Olimab 60mg Injection cause osteonecrosis of the jaw?
Osteonecrosis is a rare side effect of Olimab 60mg Injection. It refers to the damage caused to the bone of jaw. To avoid this, you should maintain good oral hygiene and receive routine dental check ups while taking Olimab 60mg Injection. Contact your doctor and dentist immediately if you experience any problems with your mouth or teeth such as loose teeth, discharge, pain or swelling, or non-healing of sores. These could be signs of osteonecrosis of jaw.
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