Fosamax

The generic name of Fosamax is alendronate. This drug belongs to a family of medicine called bisphosponate drug that reduces the occurrence of bone resorption. Learn why doctors trust this brand in treating bone diseases.

Alendronate the main component of Fosamax is responsible for preventing the rapid loss of calcium contents in the body’s bone. It encourages formation of healthy bones thus averting the symptoms of osteporosis, Paget’s disease of the bone or osteitis deformans, multiple myeloma, hypercalcemia bone metastis and pure bone metastasis. It is also a good medical treatment for female patients who are in their postmenopausal stage and have increased their chances of osteoporosis and other bone diseases.

Before the doctor recommends treatment with Fosamax, he first has to check on the current medical condition of the patient. The doctors checks on teeth problems, stomach problems, acid reflux, GERD, intestinal and esophageal disorders, kidney disease, swallowing difficulty, lack of vitamin D, allergies to certain food, drugs, substances, preservatives and Fosamax ingredients, pregnancy and breast-feeding.

Drug interactions with Fosamax include the following: calcium supplement, magnesium medicines, aspirin, antacids, aluminum hydroxide, iron supplements, ibuprofen, and other anti-inflammatory drugs, teriparatide, parathyroid hormone, minerals and vitamins. Interaction of certain drug Aspirin with Fosamax may result to the aggravation of intestinal, esophagus or stomach disorder.

After you received a prescription of Fosamax, make sure you are oriented with all the necessary instructions on proper drug administering. The doctor will also recommend a special diet that will support your Fosamax treatment. Drink milk or eat dairy foods that are rich in vitamin D and calcium. Make sure to follow the diet directed to your by your doctor.

Fosamax must be taken half an hour before your regular meal. Follow up your intake with a full glass of water. It should be taken without food so it is best to take this medicine before breakfast. Avoid drinking beverages such as juice, tea, coffee, or mineral water; these beverages can lessen the beneficial effect of your Fosamax in your body. Absorption of Fosamax will also be decreased if drugs like antacids are taken.

When taking Fosamax as treatment for osteitis deformans, the adult patient must take one 40 milligram Fosamax tablet a day before the meal in the morning.

When taking Fosamax as treatment for osteoporosis in male patients, the adult patient must take one 10 milligram Fosamax tablet a day before the meal in the morning.

When taking Fosamax as treatment for postmenopausal osteoporosis, the adult patient must take one 10 milligram Fosamax tablet a day or one 70 milligram Fosamax tablet a week before the meal in the morning.

When taking Fosamax to prevent postmenopausal osteporosis, the adult patient must take one 5 milligram Fosamax tablet a day or 35 milligram Fosamax tablet a week before the meal in the morning.

If your prescription is different than what was presented, do not adjust your dosage with the knowledge of your doctor as they are only based on average dosages. Tell your doctor if you feel like you are overdose.

Fosamax side effects range from more to less common. Furthermore side effects of Fosamax can be classified as those that need immediate medical attention and those that do not.

More common side effect that needs medical attention is pain in the abdominal area. Less common side effects that need medical attention are muscle pains, esophagus pain or irritation, swallowing difficulty and heartburn. Very rare side effect of Fosamax that need medical attention is skin rash.

Less common side effects of Fosamax that do not necessarily require medical attention are nausea, headache, bloating, diarrhea or constipation.

Inform your doctor right away if it seems like a side effect is unbearable. You body could be developing allergic reactions to the drug. It is always advisable to inform the doctor of your progress while under the treatment of Fosamax.