[2] It is taken by mouth
For treatment of corticosteroid-induced osteoporosis: Adults—5 milligrams (mg) once a day at least 30 minutes before the first food or drink of the day other than
Common Brand (S): Fosamax Generic Name (S): alendronate Precautions Overdose Images Reviews (109) Uses Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss ( osteoporosis) in Medically reviewed by Drugs
It works by slowing the breakdown of bones so that the body has a chance to build up more bone; this
Alendronate is commonly known by the brand name Fosamax®
1 Treatment of Osteoporosis in Postmenopausal Women - Alendronate
It is taken by mouth
Applies to alendronate: oral solution, oral tablet, oral tablet effervescent
Alendronate is used to treat certain types of bone loss ( osteoporosis) in adults
Of the total drug interactions, 3 are major, 108 are moderate, and 5 are minor
Other alendronate brands include: Binosto
About alendronic acid
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults
Common alendronate side effects include nausea, heartburn, and pain
Severe bone, joint, or muscle pain
Alendronate sodium tablets are for treatment and prevention of
16 for the most common version, by
Binosto® contains sodium and may make these conditions worse if you are on a salt-restricted diet
The alendronate tablet must be taken first thing in the morning after waking up and on an empty stomach
52 for 1, 4 tablets Box of generic Alendronate Sodium at major retailers, pharmacies, and supermarkets
Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break mo
35 mg tablets are white, oval, uncoated tablets with code 77 on one side and a bone image on the
Bisphosphonates are synthetic analogs of pyrophosphate that bind to the hydroxyapatite found in bone
It can help to strengthen bones, making them less likely to break