Dosage instructions, including remaining upright for at least 30 minutes and taking with a full glass of water, must be strictly followed
This medicine may cause jaw problems, especially if you have a tooth pulled or other dental work
This reduced absorption allows the body to
It works by slowing the breakdown of bones so that the body has a chance to build up more bone; this strengthens bones and lowers the risk of fractures
About Fosamax
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat osteoporosis (thinning of the bone) in women after menopause
Adults—70 milligrams (mg) once a week at least 30 minutes before the first food or drink of the day other than water
You must take FOSAMAX exactly as directed to help make sure it works and to help lower the chance of problems in your esophagus (the tube that connects your mouth
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Alendronate strengthens bones and may be used for the treatment or prevention of osteoporosis
Uses
Take FOSAMAX, after you get up for the day and before taking your first food, drink, or other medicine
"Over three years on Fosamax, you can expect a 6% to 8% increase in spinal bone density and a 4% to 6% increase in hip bone density," says Michael Holick, MD, PhD, a Alendronate (Fosamax, Binosto) is an oral drug used primarily to treat and prevent osteoporosis
It can also treat Paget disease of the bone
Treat osteoporosis in either men or women who are taking corticosteroid medicines
This is the drug’s mechanism of action, or how it works
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Their effectiveness in treating osteoporosis and other conditions is related to their ability to inhibit bone resorption
By following the guidelines outlined in this article, patients can safely take Fosamax to help reduce the risk of fractures and maintain healthy bones
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Complete urinary relief may take up to two to six weeks
How it works; Upsides; Downsides; Bottom Line; Tips; Response/effectiveness; Interactions; 1
(The active ingredient is what makes a drug work
This hormone regulates calcium and phosphate metabolism in our bones and kidneys
It works by inhibiting osteoclasts which are responsible for breaking down and reabsorbing bone (by a process known as bone resorption)
Raloxifene is not a hormone but it works by mimicking the action of estrogen on bones while at the same time blocking the effect of estrogen on other tissues
Bisphosphonates work by limiting bone breakdown
Unlike earlier drugs of the same type – Fosamax, Actonel and Boniva – Reclast has not been approved for prevention of osteoporosis