A 5 (Alendronate sodium 5 mg)
Pill imprint A 5 has been identified as Alendronate sodium 5 mg.
Alendronate is used in the treatment of prevention of osteoporosis; osteoporosis; paget's disease; aseptic necrosis and belongs to the drug class bisphosphonates. Risk cannot be ruled out during pregnancy. Alendronate 5 mg is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA).
- Imprint:
- A 5
- Strength:
- 5 mg
- Color:
- White
- Shape:
- Round
- Availability:
- Prescription only
- Drug Class:
- Bisphosphonates
- Pregnancy Category:
- C - Risk cannot be ruled out
- CSA Schedule:
- Not a controlled drug
- Manufacturer:
- Apotex Corp.
- National Drug Code (NDC):
- 60505-2592
- Inactive Ingredients:
- microcrystalline cellulose
mannitol
magnesium stearate
Note: Inactive ingredients may vary.
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- Drug class: bisphosphonates
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