Olimab

There is no optimal duration of treatment of osteoporosis with Olimab 60mg Injection. The patient’s response and tolerability to the medicine is continuously monitored through periodic assessments, especially after 5 years of use of Olimab 60mg Injection. Depending on this, the duration of taking Olimab 60mg Injection is decided.

Yes, hair loss is a common side effect of Olimab 60mg Injection though it does not affect everyone. Discuss with your doctor if you have concerns regarding your hair loss.

Olimab 60mg Injection is not a chemotherapy drug. It is a protein (monoclonal antibody) that interferes with the action of another protein in order to treat bone loss and osteoporosis. Treatment with Olimab 60mg Injection makes the bones stronger and less likely to break.

Olimab 60mg Injection is available as an injection and is given by a healthcare professional. It is given once in 6 months. Your doctor may also advise you to take calcium and vitamin D while taking Olimab 60mg Injection.

No, pregnant women should not take Olimab 60mg Injection. You must use an effective method of birth control during and for at least 5 months after the last dose of Olimab 60mg Injection if you can become pregnant.

Olimab 60mg Injection should be stored in a refrigerator at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C) in the original carton. Warm temperatures can make it ineffective, and therefore proper storage is necessary. When you remove it from the refrigerator, keep it at room temperature [up to 77°F (25°C)] in the original carton and use it within 14 days.

Osteonecrosis is a rare side effect of Olimab 60mg Injection. It refers to the damage caused to the bone of jaw. To avoid this, you should maintain good oral hygiene and receive routine dental check ups while taking Olimab 60mg Injection. Contact your doctor and dentist immediately if you experience any problems with your mouth or teeth such as loose teeth, discharge, pain or swelling, or non-healing of sores. These could be signs of osteonecrosis of jaw.