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Avoid taking other medications including vitamins, calcium, or antacids for at least 30 minutes after taking Fosamax. Consult a physician before taking any medication that is an anti-steroidal anti inflammatory to avoid any drug interactions.
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What if you stop taking Fosamax cold turkey?
Fosamax is a prescription grade pain killer. Anyone that tries to quit this drug cold turkey risks going into withdrawal.
Can taking fosamax while receiving a local with epinepherine cause osteonecrosis of the jaw?
Osteonecrosis of the jaw, generally associated with tooth extraction and/or local infection, often with delayed healing, has been reported in patients taking bisphosphonates(fosamax).
What is the effect of taking fosamax with warfarin and tambocor?
ask any pharmacist, they'll know EXACTLY
What are the risk of tooth extraction when taking Fosamax?
There is a risk to people who take Fosamax who have dental procedures done. They are at increased risk for death of the jaw bone, which causes pain, swelling, exposed bone, and deterioration of bone.
Is teva alendronate sodium as effective as fosamax?
I do not know if it is as effective as Fosamax but I can say that the side effects from taking Alendronate Sodium 70 mg tabs are not good. This includes constant drooling and difficulty swallowing., Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield now excludes brand name Fosamax but this is a bad decision.
Is there a generic drug equivalent for Fosamax?
The generic name for Fosamax is alendronate sodium.
What is the use for fosamax?
Fosamax is used for the treatment of osteoporosis. Be sure to sit up for at least 30 mins after taking this drug because it can harm the esophagus (the food tube). Source: A RN in NJ Taught pharmacology to nursing student over 3 years
Why must you remain upright for a half hour after taking fosamax?
The concern is the pill can cause severe esophagitis if it is retained in the esophagus. Staying upright supposedly reduces this risk.
What drug company makes fosamax?
Fosamax is the trade name given by Merck. It is now found as a generic. Barr and Teva sell this generic form.
When will the generic for fosamax be available?
The generic for Fosamax is already available. The FDA gave their approval for a generic version of the medication in 2008.
What are the dangers of Fosamax?
You may be able to tolerate this drug, as my mother does very well. For me, I experienced, after one dose, severe flu like symptoms, leg pain, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting and diarrea. I will not take it again. I think a healthy diet rich in leafy greens, and taking calcium, with vitamin D and K along with magnesium is MUCH better than this terrible drug.
Deterioring jaw bone and fosamax?
Fosamax is a prescription drug used to treat older people suffering from osteoporosis. The drug was designed to increase bone mass which subsequently reduces the risk of bone fractures. One reported side effect with Fosamax is jaw osteonecrosis. A few years ago, studies also indicated drugs like Fosamax for a long time may weaken bones.
