You may be able to have Zometa treatment if you have kidney problems. It depends how severe your kidney problems are and what Zometa is treating. For example, if you have multiple myeloma or cancer that has spread to the bones, Zometa isn’t recommended if you also have severe kidney problems. (Multiple myeloma is a form of cancer that affects the marrow inside your bones.)
Your kidneys work to remove Zometa from your system. If your kidneys don’t work well, the drug can build up in your body. This can increase your risk for side effects. (To learn more, see the “Zometa side effects” section above.) Zometa can also worsen kidney problems that you already have.
If you have kidney problems, talk with your doctor about whether Zometa is right for you. Your doctor may prescribe a lower dosage of Zometa than usual.
It’s important that your kidneys are monitored while you receive Zometa. You’ll need to have frequent blood tests to check how they’re working. If your kidney function worsens, your doctor may reduce your Zometa dose. Or they may have you switch to a different drug.