Can I take risedronate sodium with coffee, milk or mineral water?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

The answer

Answer

No. Swallow it with plain water only and wait as directed before having other drinks or food.

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risedronate sodium · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

The answer

No. Swallow it with plain water only and wait as directed before having other drinks or food.

Risedronate sodium 5 mg film-coated tabletsemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 8

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