About FOSAMAX® (Alendronate Sodium Tablets)
FOSAMAX® Uses
FOSAMAX® is a hormone used treat adults with Paget's disease of the bone and osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
FOSAMAX® Contraindications
Do not take Fosamax if you are allergic to any ingredient of this medicine(bisphosphonates); you have low calcium blood levels ; you have active stomach problems(eg, esophagitis, gastritis, ulcers) ; you have renal insufficiency ; you have a difficulty swallowing or inability to stand/sit upright for at least 30 minutes.
Taking FOSAMAX®
Follow the patient instructions provided with Fosamax exactly. How much Fosamax you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Fosamax you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking Fosamax without checking with your health care provider. Do not take more Fosamax than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your doctor. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. Patients with previous conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Fosamax. Take each Fosamax tablet first thing in the morning with a full glass of water(6 to 8 oz), at least 30 minutes before the first food, beverage or medication of the day. Taking this medicine with orange juice or coffee can decrease its effectiveness. Do not chew or suck on the Fosamax tablet.
After taking Fosamax, remain upright (sitting/standing) for 30 minutes. Do not lie down until after eating. Do not take Fosamax at bedtime. Do not take Fosamax at the same time as other medicines(including aspirin), antacids or calcium supplements.
Wait at least one-half hour before taking any other drug.
FOSAMAX® Precautions
Before using Fosamax, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, plan on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding; if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine; if you have any other medical conditions.
FOSAMAX® Side Effects
Every medicine can cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following occurs: Common: Abdominal pain; nausea; upset stomach; constipation; diarrhea; gas; heartburn; muscle and joint pain; headache ;vomiting; bloating; difficulty swallowing.
FOSAMAX® Notes
Contact your doctor if any throat or swallowing problems occur. Do not change the dose or discontinue taking Fosamax unless advised to do so by your health care provider. May cause stomach upset, nausea or diarrhea. Patients should maintain adequate nutrition, particularly an adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D. Supplemental calcium and vitamin D may be required. Avoid cigarette smoking and alcohol, which deplete calcium from bones. Consider weight-bearing exercises to increase to increase the calcium density of bones.
FOSAMAX® Overdose
Contact your health care provider at once if you feel you have taken or given too much of this Fosamax.
FOSAMAX® Missed Dose
If a Fosamax dose is missed, do not take it later in the day. The next day, continue your usual schedule of 1 Fosamax tablet once a day. Continue use of Fosamax. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the Fosamax dose to catch up, unless advised by your doctor. If more than one Fosamax dose is missed, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
FOSAMAX® Storage
Store Fosamax at room temperature 59 to 86 degrees F, in a tightly sealed container.
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