Risedronate (Actonel)is abisphosphonateused to treat osteoporosis.
Bisphosphonates can causesevere esophagitis and esophageal ulcersif not taken properly.
Patients must take the medication witha full glass of waterand remainupright for at least 30 minutesafter administration to reduce esophageal irritation.
Other medications in the options:
Ropinirole: A dopamine agonist for Parkinson’s disease; no such requirement.
Repaglinide: A meglitinide for diabetes; no such requirement.
Rifampin: An antibiotic for tuberculosis; no such requirement.
????Reference:PTCE study materials; drug administration guidelines forbisphosphonates.
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