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Pharmacies sometimes switch which manufacturer's version of a drug they stock. Enter both product names or DINs — usually printed right on the label or bottle — to see how they compare.

First product
SANDOZ RISEDRONATE
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Second product
ACTONEL

This comparison shows regulatory facts from Health Canada. It does not determine whether these products are interchangeable — ask your pharmacist before switching.

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SANDOZ RISEDRONATEACTONEL
ManufacturerSANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATEDABBVIE CORPORATION
Active ingredientRISEDRONATE SODIUM (RISEDRONATE SODIUM HEMIPENTAHYDRATE)RISEDRONATE SODIUM (RISEDRONATE SODIUM HEMIPENTAHYDRATE)
Strength35MG35MG
Dosage formTabletTablet
RouteOralOral
Health Canada statusMarketedMarketed
Shortage statusNo current shortageNo current shortage
Recall / safety alertNone on fileNone on file
Same active ingredientSame strengthSame dosage formSame route
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