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Skelid

tiludronate
Used for Paget's Disease
Used for Paget's Disease

Skelid (tiludronate) is a medication used to treat a bone problem called Paget's disease of bone. It's no longer available in the United States, because it was discontinued.

Reviewed by:
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Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCP
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Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Last reviewed on July 8, 2022
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What is Skelid (tiludronate)?

What is Skelid (tiludronate) used for?

  • Paget's disease of bone

How Skelid (tiludronate) works

Drug Facts

Common BrandsSkelid (brand no longer available)
Drug ClassBisphosphonate
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available
AvailabilityDiscontinued
faqs

Frequently asked questions about Skelid (tiludronate)

What is Skelid (tiludronate)?
Skelid (tiludronate) is a medication that's used for the treatment of a bone problem called Paget's disease of bone. It's a bisphosphonate that works directly in your bones to prevent them from breaking down (which is a part of bone remodeling).
Is Skelid (tiludronate) still available?
No, Skelid (tiludronate) has been discontinued and is no longer available in the United States. It's not clear why Skelid (tiludronate) has been discontinued, but it wasn't due to safety reasons or because this medication didn't work well.
What can I take in place of Skelid (tiludronate)?
There are other available bisphosphonates for Paet's disease that are commonly used today, such as alendronate (Fosamax) and risedronate (Actonel). Discuss with your provider about which option might be right for you.
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interactions

Interactions between Skelid (tiludronate) and other drugs

Skelid (tiludronate) may interact with certain medications or supplements. Always let your doctor and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking. The list below does not include all possible drug interactions with Skelid (tiludronate). Please note that only the generic name of each medication is listed below.

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

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What are alternatives to Skelid (tiludronate)?

There are a number of medications that your doctor can prescribe in place of Skelid (tiludronate). Compare a few possible alternatives below.
Skelid (tiludronate)
Used for:

  • Paget's disease of bone

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Risedronate (Actonel)
Used for:

  • Osteoporosis in women who have gone through menopause (postmenopause)

  • Osteoporosis in men

  • Osteoporosis caused by long-term corticosteroid use

  • Paget's disease

$42.00 Lowest GoodRx priceView Prices
Alendronate (Fosamax)
Used for:
$13.77 Lowest GoodRx priceView Prices

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