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Pamidronate (Systemic).

USP DI-Volume II, Advice for the Patient: Drug Information in Lay Language

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A commonly used brand name in the U.S. and Canada is Aredia.

Another commonly used name is APD.

Description Pamidronate (pa-mi-DROE-nate) is used to treat hypercalcemia (too much calcium in the blood) that may occur with some types of cancer. It is also used to treat Paget's disease of bone. This medicine may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

This medicine is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor. It is available in the following dosage form:

 
   Parenteral 
      o Injection (U.S. and Canada) 
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