Why must risedronate sodium hemipentahydrate be taken on an empty stomach?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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Food and drinks other than plain water substantially reduce its already low absorption.

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risedronate sodium hemipentahydrate · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

The answer

Food and drinks other than plain water substantially reduce its already low absorption.

Risedronate sodium 35 mg film-coated tabletsemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 1

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