Strontium is a silver metallic substance that is used to treat osteoporosis, especially in postmenopausal women. It is also used in the treatment of sensitive teeth and bone pain associated with cancer. In the body, strontium is found in bones.
This drug is usually prescribed by doctors to treat severe osteoporosis in women who have passed menopause and men who are at high risk of fractures. Naturally, strontium can be found in seafood, milk, or meat.
Strontium trademark:Protos
What is Strontium
| group | Prescription drugs |
| Category | Bone metabolism drug |
| Benefit | Treat osteoporosis |
| Consumed by | Mature |
| Strontium for pregnant and lactating women | Category N:Not yet known Strontium can be absorbed into breast milk. If you are breastfeeding, do not use this medicine without consulting your doctor. |
| Drug form | Powder |
Warning Before Taking Strontium
Follow the doctor's advice and advice while undergoing treatment with strontium. Before taking this drug, you need to pay attention to the following:
- Do not take strontium if you are allergic to this drug. Always tell your doctor about any allergies you have.
- Tell your doctor if you have or are currently suffering from heart disease, kidney disease,deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, high blood pressure, blood clotting disorders, or phenylketonuria.
- Tell your doctor that you are taking strontium if you are going to have a blood or urine test, as this drug can affect test results.
- Tell your doctor that you are taking strontium before having any surgery, including dental surgery.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking tetracycline antibiotics or any other medicines, including supplements and herbal products.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.
- See your doctor immediately if you have an allergic reaction or overdose after taking strontium.
Dosage and Rules for Use of Strontium
The dose of strontium in the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women or in men at high risk of fracture is 2 grams per day.
How to Consume Strontium Correctly
Follow the doctor's advice and read the information listed on the drug packaging label before taking strontium. Do not reduce or increase the dose without consulting your doctor first.
Strontium should be taken on an empty stomach, at least 2 hours after dinner. It is recommended to take this drug before going to bed at night,
Mix strontium with water. Pour strontium into a glass and add 30 ml of water. Stir until the medicine is evenly distributed in the water then drink slowly. If you have trouble drinking it straight away, stir the solution again before drinking.
The strontium solution should not be allowed to stand for more than 24 hours. If it's been more than 24 hours, you'll need to make a new solution.
If you have recently consumed milk, dairy products, or supplements containing calcium, it is advised to wait 2 hours before taking strontium.
Try to take strontium regularly at the same time every day for maximum treatment. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
If you forget to take strontium, it is advisable to drink it immediately if the interval with the next consumption schedule is not too close. If it is close, ignore it and do not double the dose.
Store strontium at room temperature and in a closed container to avoid sun exposure. Keep medicine out of reach of children.
Strontium Interactions with Other Drugs
The following are interactions that may occur if you take strontium with other medicines:
- Decreased effectiveness of strontium when taken with drugs containing calcium
- Reduced absorption of tetracycline or quinolones
In addition, taking strontium with milk, food, or other products that contain calcium can also decrease the effectiveness of strontium.
Strontium Side Effects and Dangers
If consumed according to the doctor's recommendations and the instructions for use on the packaging, strontium generally rarely causes side effects. However, sometimes the following side effects may appear:
- Headache
- Stomach ache
- Nauseous
- Throw up
- Diarrhea
Check with your doctor if the side effects above do not subside or get worse. Immediately see a doctor if you have an allergic reaction to the drug which can be characterized by swelling of the lips and eyelids, an itchy rash, or difficulty breathing.
