Pharmacology

Mechanism of Action
Bisphosphonate; inhibits bone resorption via actions on osteoclast activity, leading to indirect increase in bone density

Absorption
Onset: Hypercalcemia of malignancy, 4-7 days; osteolytic bone metastases, 1 week
Duration: 32 days
Distribution
Protein bound: 28-53%
Metabolism
Not metabolized
Elimination
Half-life: 146 hr (terminal)
Renal clearance: 66 mL/min
Total body clearance: 5.6 L/hr
Excretion: Urine (39% as unchanged drug) within 24 hr, feces (<3%)
Administration
IV Incompatibilities
Calcium-containing solutions
IV Preparation
Reconstitute powder with 5 mL SWI; once powder is fully dissolved, dilute further in 100 mL NS or D5W before administering
Infusion of solution must be completed within 24 hours of initial reconstitution
IV Administration
Infuse over ≥15 minutes, in line separate from other medications
Ensure appropriate hydration, especially in patients on diuretics
Storage
Before dilution, store vials at 25°C (77°F); after final dilution, use solution immediately or store at 2-8°C (36-46°F)
 Pack Size:
1’S

 

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