Generic Fosamax Alendronate Osteoporosis Drug Medication Information

What is Generic Fosamax Alendronate Sodium?

Generic Alendronate sodium is the generic name for Fosamax (brand name). Generic Fosamax is chemically known as a bisphosphonate medication. It is not a hormone. Generic Fosamax Alendronate works only on the bone and does not affect the heart, breast, uterus or other parts of the body. Alendronate sodium Generic Fosamax is taken for the prevention or treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and men. In addition, Fosamax is approved for the treatment of women and men with osteoporosis resulting from the long-term use of steroid medications such as prednisone or cortisone. Generic Fosamax Alendronate sodium Generic Fosamax is FDA-approved for the prevention or treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and men. In addition, Generic Fosamax is approved for the treatment of women and men with osteoporosis resulting from the long-term use of steroid medications such as prednisone or cortisone.

How is Generic Fosamax Alendronate Sodium usually prescribed?

For osteoporosis prevention, Generic Fosamax Alendronate Sodium is available as a 5mg tablet taken daily or a 35mg tablet taken once a week. For osteoporosis treatment, Generic Fosamax is approved as a 10mg tablet taken daily or a 70mg tablet taken once a week. In addition, for osteoporosis treatment, the FDA recently approved alendronate sodium/cholecalciferol (Fosamax Plus D) a single, once-weekly tablet containing both 70mg Generic Fosamax alendronate sodium (Fosamax) and 2800IU of vitamin D (representing 7 days worth of 400IU of vitamin D). When taking Generic Fosamax, it is recommended to get adequate calcium and vitamin D each day. It also important to follow the universal strategies for promotion of healthy bones.

What are the benefits of Generic Fosamax Alendronate Sodium?

Clinical studies show Generic Fosamax alendronate sodium increases the bone mineral density of the existing skeleton and reduces the risk of all osteoporosis-related fractures (fractures of the spine and other non-spine areas including the hips) in patients with osteoporosis.

What are the side effects of taking Generic Fosamax Alendronate Sodium?

The side effects of Generic Fosamax Alendronate may include heartburn and irritation of the esophagus but can usually be avoided by taking the medication properly. Generic Fosamax Alendronate must be taken first thing in the morning on an empty stomach with a full glass of tap water. Do not take Generic Fosamax with any other beverages such as mineral water, juice, milk, coffee or tea. After taking this medication, you must remain upright (in a sitting or standing position) and avoid bending over or lying down for at least 30 minutes.

What drug(s) may interact with Generic Fosamax alendronate?

aluminum hydroxide
antacids
anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen, naproxen, and others
aspirin
calcium supplements
iron supplements
magnesium supplements
parathyroid hormone
teriparatide
vitamins with minerals

What is the shelf life of the pills?

The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were manufactured.

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