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Pamifos
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Pamifos belongs to the pharmacotherapeutic group of drugs that affect the process of mineralization of bone tissue and prevent its destruction (resorption).
The international non-proprietary name of the drug is Pamidronate; manufacturer - the company Medac GmbH (Germany).
Pamifos is a synonym for bisphosphonate preparations, which are marketed under the trade names Pamidronate, Pamiredin, Pamidria, Pamir, Pomigara, etc. Their therapeutic effect is provided by the same active substance, disodium pamidronate.
For detailed information on the preparation, see Pamidronate
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Indications Pamifos
Indications for the use of Pamifos and listed drugs-synonyms: metastasis of cancerous tumors in the bone and an increase in the calcium content in the blood in patients with oncological diseases; multiple myeloma; Paget's disease.
Other characteristics of Pamifos - contraindications to use, the form of release, the principles of therapeutic effect, as well as contraindications to use, the method of application, doses etc. - are identical to those of other bisphosphonate preparations.
Shelf life
Shelf life 4 years.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Pamifos" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.