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General Information On Fosamax

Fosamax is prescribed to prevent or treat osteoporosis in men and women that is caused due to steroid use or menopause. The generic name of the drug is Alendronate, which belongs to a group of drugs known as bisphosphonates. The drug changes the cycle of bone formation and lowers the activity of the cells that break down the bone. Thus, it effectively slows down bone loss while working to increase bone mass. The medication can be effective to prevent bone fractures. However, you need to consult your doctor before you buy Fosamax.

Side Effects for Fosamax

Some people may experience side effects after taking the recommended dose of Fosamax. You may experience constipation, gas, stomach pain, or nausea. You should immediately notify your doctor if any side effects persist for a long time or worsen. Some people may also experience serious side effects such as jaw pain, severe muscle/joint pain, swelling of the joints/feet/hands/ankles, black stools, and dark colored vomit. You should immediately seek medical attention if you notice or experience severe side effects after taking Fosamax.

Precautions

You should not take Fosamax if you are allergic to bisphosphonates. Talk to your doctor if you have any allergies before he/she recommends a dose of Fosamax. The drug should not be used if you have specific medical conditions such as severe swallowing problems, kidney disease, low calcium levels, disorders of the esophagus, or an inability to sit upright or stand for at least 30 minutes. If you are having a surgery, you should inform the doctor about your Alendronate use. Your doctor may ask you to stop the dosage of Fosamax before surgery. You should consult your doctor before starting the dose of the drug prior to surgery. It is necessary that you buy Fosamax and use it only after consulting your doctor.

Fosamax Dosage

The dosage of Fosamax is available in both a tablet and solution form that is taken orally once a week. You should choose a day of the week when it is convenient for you to take the medication and take the dose on the same day each week. The drug is to be taken orally before breakfast and before your first medication. You should consume at least 2 ounces of water after taking the recommended dose.

You should stay in an upright position at least 30 minutes after taking the drug. You can sit, stand or walk after taking the dose, but do not lie down until you eat your first meal of the day. You can eat your first food of the day after 30 minutes or preferably after 1 or 2 hours after taking the medication. You should not take this medication before rising for the day or at bedtime as the drug may not get absorbed properly and may cause serious esophageal side effects. It is necessary that you consult your doctor before you buy Fosamax to treat osteoporosis.

Fosamax Interactions

Fosamax may interact with different drugs and cause side-effects. Your doctor should have information about every medication you take, which includes prescribed, non-prescribed and herbal medicines. The drug may interact with medications that contain aspirin. Fosamax may also react with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as Ibuprofen and Naproxen