FOSAMAX belongs to the class of medicines called 'bisphosphonates' used to treat and prevent osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones) caused by menopause or long-term steroid use. FOSAMAX is also indicated for the treatment to increase bone mass in men with osteoporosis, treatment of glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis, and treatment of Paget's disease of bone. Osteoporosis is a bone disease that weakens and thins bones by decreasing bone density, common in post-menopausal women. As the density of bones decreases, they weaken and are more likely to break.
FOSAMAX containing the active substance 'Alendronic acid' (commonly called alendronate). In osteoporosis, it works by slowing down the process of old bone being removed, which allows the bone-forming cells time to rebuild normal bone. FOSAMAX not only helps prevent the loss of bone but actually helps to rebuild bone and makes bone less likely to fracture.
FOSAMAX comes as tablets and is only available on prescription. Take FOSAMAX without food on an empty stomach at evenly spaced intervals with one glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take FOSAMAX based on your medical condition. It has been reported that some persons experience undesirable effects of name that include heartburn, difficulty swallowing, pain upon swallowing and ulceration of the oesophagus. Most of these side effects of FOSAMAX do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any foods and medicines. Avoid taking FOSAMAX if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and consult a doctor. FOSAMAX is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid taking FOSAMAX if you have hypocalcaemia (low calcium levels in the blood) and severe kidney problems. Drive only if you are alert, as FOSAMAX may cause dizziness. FOSAMAX may cause osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) in some patients. Therefore, if you experience any problems with teeth or mouth, such as loose teeth, swelling or pain, and non-healing of sores or discharge, consult your doctor and dentist, as these might be signs of osteonecrosis of the jaw.
FOSAMAX belongs to the class of medicines called 'bisphosphonates' used to treat and prevent osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones) caused by menopause or long-term steroid use. FOSAMAX is also indicated for the treatment to increase bone mass in men with osteoporosis, treatment of glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis, and treatment of Paget's disease of bone. FOSAMAX containing the active substance 'Alendronic acid' (commonly called alendronate). In osteoporosis, it works by slowing down the process of old bone being removed, which allows the bone-forming cells time to rebuild normal bone. FOSAMAX helps prevent bone loss, helps rebuild bone, and makes bone less likely to fracture. In Paget's disease of bone, FOSAMAX reduces the abnormal bone turnover that this condition causes. This helps to reduce deformity and pain and makes your bones stronger and less likely to break.
Do not take FOSAMAX if you are allergic to any components present in FOSAMAX. Avoid taking FOSAMAX if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and consult a doctor. FOSAMAX is only intended for use in postmenopausal women. You should not take FOSAMAX if you are or think you may be pregnant or if you are breastfeeding. FOSAMAX is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid taking FOSAMAX if you have hypocalcaemia (low calcium levels in the blood) and severe kidney problems. Drive only if you are alert, as FOSAMAX may cause dizziness. FOSAMAX may cause osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) in some patients. Therefore, if you experience any problems with teeth or mouth, such as loose teeth, swelling or pain, and non-healing of sores or discharge, consult your doctor and dentist, as these might be signs of osteonecrosis of the jaw. Food and beverages (including mineral water), calcium supplements, antacids, and some oral medicinal products will interfere with the absorption of alendronate. Therefore, patients must wait at least 30 minutes after taking Alendronic acid before taking any other oral medicinal product.
Drug-Drug Interactions: FOSAMAX may interact with medicines used to relieve pain (ibuprofen, naproxen, celecoxib, diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam), calcium supplements and antacids.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: FOSAMAX may interact with disease conditions, including If you have hypocalcaemia (low calcium levels in the blood) and severe kidney problems. If you have cancer, gum disease, poor dental health, planned tooth extraction, or kidney problem.
You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with FOSAMAX to avoid unpleasant side-effects.
FOSAMAX is only intended for use in postmenopausal women. You should not take FOSAMAX if you are or think you may be pregnant.
FOSAMAX is only intended for use in postmenopausal women. You should not take FOSAMAX if you are breast-feeding.
FOSAMAX has no or negligible direct influence on the ability to drive and use machines. In some cases, patients may experience blurred vision, dizziness and severe bone muscle or joint pain that may influence the ability to drive and use machines.
FOSAMAX should be taken with caution and should only be advised when suggested by the doctor.
FOSAMAX is not recommended in patients with renal impairment (creatinine clearance less than 35 mL/min).
FOSAMAX should not be given to children and adolescents less than 18 years of age.
Osteoporosis: “Osteo” means bone, and “porosis” means something with holes in it, like a sponge. Therefore, osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to become more porous, gradually making them weaker, more brittle and more likely to break.
Paget’s disease: In Paget’s disease, bone remodelling (removal of old bone and replacement with new bone material) is too quick, and new bone is formed in a disordered manner making it weaker than normal. If left untreated, the bone may become deformed, painful and break.