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Fosamax OW tablet 70 mg 4’s

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Fosamax OW tablet contains Alendronate | belongs to Bisphosphonate

Alternate brands of Fosamax OW tablet 70 mg 4’s

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How it works

[post_title} increases bone thickness and reduces the chances of bone breakage.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Fosamax OW tablet 70 mg 4’s

  • Hypersensitivity severe
  • Abdominal pain severe
  • Nausea and vomiting severe
  • Heartburn severe
  • Difficulty with swallowing severe
  • Irregular heartbeat severe
  • Loss of appetite
  • Loosening of the teeth severe
  • Joint or muscle pain severe
  • Swelling of ankles or feet severe
  • Flu like symptoms severe

Uses of Fosamax OW tablet 70 mg 4’s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Osteoporosis

    [post_title} is used in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. It can also be used to treat osteoporosis in men and to treat or prevent osteoporosis in men and women who are using corticosteroids.

  • Paget's disease

    [post_title} is used in the treatment of Paget's disease, a condition which is characterized by localized bone deformities.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 3 weeks of administration of the dose.

  • Duration of Effect

    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 12-30 weeks.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 12-30 weeks.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendencies were reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to [post_title} or any other components present along with it.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

General Warnings
  • Severe bone, joint and/or muscle pain

    This medicine may cause severe bone, joint, and/or muscle pain. Report any such symptoms to the doctor on priority. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue therapy based on your clinical condition.

  • Thigh bone fracture

    Treatment with [post_title} may increase the risk of thigh bone fracture. Care should be taken to avoid any falls or other trauma to reduce this risk.

  • Use in pediatrics

    This medicine is not recommended for use in children or adolescents.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    If a dose of once-daily [post_title} is missed, do not take it later in the day; skip the dose and follow the regular dosing schedule next morning. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one. If the once a week dose of [post_title} is missed, take the dose next morning and continue with the regular dosing schedule of one tablet once a week.

  • Overdose

    If an overdose of this medicine is suspected, give a full glass of milk to the patient and seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor immediately.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Gentamicin moderate
  • NSAIDs moderate
  • Deferasirox severe
  • Etelcalcetide severe
Disease interactions
  • severe

    Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ)

  • moderate

    [post_title} is not recommended for use in patients with creatinine clearance less than 35 ml/min due to the increased risk of acute renal failure. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary during treatment with this medicine.

  • severe

    Hypocalcemia

  • severe

    [post_title} may cause upper gastrointestinal mucosal irritation and increase the risk of gastric ulcers and bleeding. It is advised to take the tablet along with a full glass of water and stand or sit upright for at least 30 minutes after the dose to reduce the chances of these side effects. Therapy should be discontinued if the patient experiences any difficulty in swallowing or persistent abdominal pain. Report any such symptoms to the doctor immediately. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

  • moderate

    Asthma

  • severe

    [post_title} oral solution is not recommended for use in patients with obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract due to the increased risk of aspiration.

Food interactions
  • The desired effects of [post_title} will not be achieved if it is taken along with food. It is advised to take this medicine first thing in the morning and at least 30 minutes before eating or drinking anything.

Lab interactions

General Instructions

Take [post_title} as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

  • To be taken on an empty stomach
  • To be taken on an empty stomach
  • To be taken on an empty stomach

References

Additional Information:

what are the adverse effects of Fosamax OW tablet 70 mg 4’s?

Oesophageal ulcer, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, dysphagia, abdominal distension, musculoskeletal pain, headache. Rarely, rash angioedema, oesophageal stricture, oropharyngeal ulceration, uveitis.

What happens if I miss a dose of Fosamax OW tablet 70 mg 4’s?

The tablet should be taken upon arising with a full glass of water, 30 min before food, drink or other oral medications. Remain upright for 30 min after dose.
Tab 10 mg: Adults: Treatment of osteoporosis: 10 mg once daily.
Glucocorticoid induced osteoporosis: 5 mg once daily.
Post menopausal women not on oestrogen-HRT: 10 mg once daily.
Prevention of post menopausal osteoporosis: 5 mg once daily.
OW (Once Weekly) Tab 70 mg: 1 tab once weekly.
Children: Not recommended.

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Fosamax OW tablet 70 mg 4’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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