Skelid Drug Information

• Skelid

Skelid is a medicine that is commonly prescribed to treat Paget's disease. This page from the eMedTV Web site describes the effects of Skelid, explains when and how to take the drug, and lists possible side effects that may occur during treatment.

• Skelid Side Effects

Common Skelid side effects may include vomiting, diarrhea, and sinus infection. This article on the eMedTV site lists other common side effects of Skelid, as well as potentially serious side effects that require immediate medical attention.

• Skelid Uses

Skelid is used for treating Paget's disease in men and women. This article from the eMedTV library further covers what Skelid is used for, discusses whether the drug can be used in children, and explains whether there are any off-label Skelid uses.

• Skelid Dosage

The recommended Skelid dosage for treating Paget's disease is two tablets once daily for three months. This eMedTV resource contains other Skelid dosing information, including a list of tips and precautions for when and how to take the drug.

• Skelid Drug Interactions

When aspirin, teriparatide, or indomethacin is taken together with Skelid, drug interactions could occur. This eMedTV segment explains what other drugs may cause Skelid interactions and describes the possible effects of combining these medicines.

• Skelid Warnings and Precautions

Skelid may potentially cause extreme muscle or bone pain. This section of the eMedTV Web site contains other Skelid warnings and precautions, and lists certain medical conditions you should tell your doctor about before starting treatment.

• Skelid Overdose

Very little is known about what to expect from a Skelid overdose. As this eMedTV Web page explains, however, based on the way that Skelid works, low blood calcium may be expected with a Skelid overdose.

• Skelid and Pregnancy

At this time, it is not fully understood whether it is safe to use Skelid during pregnancy. This eMedTV article provides more information on Skelid and pregnancy, and describes the problems that were seen when the drug was given to pregnant animals.

• Skelid and Breastfeeding

At this time, it is not known whether Skelid passes through breast milk in breastfeeding women. This eMedTV page discusses Skelid and breastfeeding in more detail and explains why no research has been done to see if Skelid passes through breast milk.

• Generic Skelid

At this time, there are no generic versions of Skelid licensed for sale. As this part of the eMedTV archives explains, as soon as the patent for the drug expires in April 2009, drug companies may begin manufacturing generic Skelid products.