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1995 Merck put it out. It is said to re-build bone. It does NOT re-build bone. To explain it simply as possible; there are two types of bone cells that live in our bones that regulate the building and dissolving of our bones. Purpose; is when a bone is put under stress (carrying something heavy, jogging etc.) it stimulates the osteoblast to build bone or strengthen that area under stress. So it takes minerals out of our blood stream ( mainly calcium ) and deposits them in our bones, so strenghtening that area of bone. If there is not enough minerals in your blood stream to do this than the ostoeblasts can not do its job of re-building the bone. Or if you never put your bones under stress it doesn't signal these osteoclast to go to work, causing bones to weaken.
Our bones also has cells that dissolve bone. There is a purpose for them too. They help dissolve the old or dying bone cells. Also if our blood levels of calcium get too low they go to work dissolving bone so it can then be picked up by the blood stream and used where needed in the body. Every time you move a muscle and every heart beat (muscle) calcium is needed for the body to preform these functions. Our heart couldn't beat with out enough calcium in our blood. Fosamax and similar drugs KILL these osteoclasts. At first it seems to be working in building bone, because none is removed even the worthless dead cells. Dead bone cells have no strengh, they crumble under pressure. When the dead and dying cell begin to build up you end up with dead debre, being a perfect host to bacterium and other harmful things. Plus you loose strengh. Xrays APPEAR to us as if there is more bone. Well there is, dead bone.
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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.
What does fosamax treat?
Fosamax is the brand name for the drug alendronate sodium. Prescribed for post-menopausal women and men with osteoporosis, Fosamax works by reducing bone degeneration, a process referred to as "resorption." Related to natural bone-regulating chemicals, the drug does not inhibit bone mineralization. Consequently, one can take alendronate sodium along with calcium and vitamin D supplements and see some bone mineralization. Unfortunately, the human body does not absorb the drug well, and much of it is excreted through the kidneys.
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Is there a generic drug equivalent for Fosamax?
The generic name for Fosamax is alendronate sodium.
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 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.
Who makes Fosamax?
Fosamax is made by Merck & Co., Inc., a pharmaceutical company headquartered in the United States. It is used to treat osteoporosis and other bone-related conditions.
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.
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.
Osteoporosis is often treated with?
Fosamax which can cause Osteonecrosis (the bone dies)
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 it true that Fosamax can cause jaw pain?
Fosamax has been directly linked to osteoporosis in the jaw, and that can definitely cause jaw pain. I would not recommend using this product for any reason, and try to find an alternative.
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 White oval pill 936 one side and mrk on other side?
Fosamax.
