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Fosamax
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is
intended to heighten awareness of health information
and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information
is not a substitute for individual medical attention
and should not be construed to indicate that use of
the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
See your health care professional for medical advice
and treatment.
Fosamax
70mg Information (click
here for drug Fosamax 40mg Information)
Fosamax 70mg
Side Effects
How should I take Fosamax
once weekly? These are the important things
you must do to help make sure you will benefit from
Fosamax:
1. Choose the day of the week that best fits your schedule.
Every week, take 1 Fosamax tablet on your chosen day.
2. After getting up for the day and before taking your
first food, beverage, or other medication, swallow your
Fosamax tablet with a full glass (200 to 250 mL) of
plain water only: not mineral water, not coffee or tea,
not juice.
Although it has not been tested, because of high mineral
content, “hard water” may decrease absorption
of Fosamax. If your normal drinking water is classified
as “hard water”, you should consider taking
this medication with distilled water (i.e., not mineral
water).
Do not chew or suck on a tablet of Fosamax.
3. After swallowing your Fosamax tablet do not lie
down--stay fully upright (sitting, standing or walking)
for at least 30 minutes and do not lie down until after
your first food of the day.
4. Do not take Fosamax at bedtime or before getting
up for the day.
The above actions will help the Fosamax tablet reach
your stomach quickly and help reduce the potential for
irritation of your esophagus (the tube that connects
your mouth with your stomach).
5. After swallowing your Fosamax tablet, wait at least
30 minutes before taking your first food, beverage,
or other medication of the day, including antacids,
calcium supplements and vitamins. Fosamax is effective
only if taken when your stomach is empty.
6. If you develop difficulty or pain upon swallowing,
chest pain, or new or worsening heartburn, stop taking
Fosamax immediately and call your doctor.
7. If you miss a dose, just take one Fosamax tablet
on the morning after you remember. Do not take 2 tablets
on the same day . Return to taking 1 tablet once a week,
as originally scheduled on your chosen day.
8. It is important that you continue taking Fosamax
for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Fosamax can
treat your osteoporosis only if you continue to take
it.
You should always tell your physician about all drugs
you are taking or plan to take, including those obtained
without a prescription.
Fosamax Tablets:
Fosamax is the brand name of Merck Frosst Canada &
Co. for the substance alendronate sodium available only
on prescription from your physician. Alendronate sodium
is a member of a class of nonhormonal drugs called bisphosphonates.
Fosamax once weekly is available as a white, oval 70
mg tablet.
Your physician has prescribed Fosamax because you have
a disease known as osteoporosis. Fosamax helps to rebuild
bone. This will help prevent you from developing fractures.
How is normal bone maintained?
Bone undergoes a normal process of rebuilding that occurs
continuously throughout your skeleton. First, old bone
is removed (resorbed), then new bone is laid down (formed).
This balanced process of resorbing and forming bone
keeps your skeleton healthy and strong.
What is osteoporosis and why should it be treated?
Osteoporosis is a thinning and weakening of the bones.
It is common in women after menopause and may also occur
in men. Osteoporosis often occurs in women several years
after the menopause, which occurs when the ovaries stop
producing the female hormone, estrogen, or are removed
(which may occur, for example, at the time of a hysterectomy).
The earlier a woman reaches the menopause, the greater
the risk of osteoporosis. Osteoporosis can also occur
in men due to several causes, including aging and/or
a low level of the male hormone, testosterone. In all
instances, bone is removed faster than it is formed,
so bone loss occurs and bones become weaker. Therefore,
maintaining bone mass and preventing further bone loss
are important to keep your skeleton healthy. Early on,
osteoporosis usually has no symptoms. If left untreated,
however, it can result in fractures (broken bones).
Although fractures usually cause pain, fractures of
the bones of the spine may go unnoticed until they cause
height loss. Fractures may occur during normal, everyday
activity, such as lifting, or from minor injury that
would not ordinarily fracture normal bone. Fractures
usually occur at the hip, spine, or wrist and can lead
not only to pain, but also to considerable deformity
and disability (such as stooped posture from curvature
of the spine, and loss of mobility).
How can osteoporosis be treated?
Your physician has prescribed Fosamax to treat your
osteoporosis. Fosamax not only prevents the loss of
bone but actually helps to rebuild bone you may have
lost and makes bone less likely to fracture. Thus, Fosamax
reverses the progression of osteoporosis.
In addition, your physician may recommend one or more
of the following lifestyle changes:
- Stop smoking. Smoking appears to increase the rate
at which you lose bone and, therefore, may increase
your risk of fracture.
- Exercise. Like muscles, bones need exercise to stay
strong and healthy. Consult your physician before
you begin any exercise program.
- Eat a balanced diet. Your physician can advise you
whether to modify your diet or to take any dietary
supplements.
Why is it important to continue
to take Fosamax? It is important to take
Fosamax over the long term to continue to help rebuild
bone you may have lost. It is, therefore, important
to follow your physician's instructions for taking Fosamax
without skipping doses or varying from your prescribed
treatment schedule. It is also important to continue
to follow your physician's advice on lifestyle changes.
What should I know before
taking Fosamax? Who should not take Fosamax?
Do not take Fosamax if you:
- Have certain disorders of the esophagus (the tube
that connects your mouth with your stomach)
- Are unable to stand or sit upright for at least
30 minutes
- Are allergic to any of its ingredients
- Your doctor has told you that you currently have
low blood calcium.
Do not take Fosamax if you have severe kidney disease.
If you have any doubts whether this applies to you,
speak to your physician.
What should I tell my physician
or pharmacist before taking Fosamax? Tell
your physician or pharmacist about any medical problems
you have or have had, including known kidney disease,
and about any allergies. If you have any swallowing
or digestive problems, discuss them with your physician
before taking Fosamax.
Pregnancy and Breast-feeding: Do not take Fosamax if
you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Children: Fosamax is not indicated for anyone under
18 years of age and should not be given to them.
Elderly: Fosamax works equally well in, and is equally
well tolerated by, patients older and younger than 65
years of age.
Can I take Fosamax with other
medicines? See “How should I take Fosamax
once weekly?”
Can I drive or operate machinery
while using Fosamax? Fosamax should not affect
your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Remember to keep Fosamax and all medications safely
away from children.
What should I do in case of
an overdose? If you take too many tablets,
drink a full glass of milk and contact your physician
immediately. Do not induce vomiting. Do not lie down.
Possible
Fosamax Side Effects: Most patients do not
have side effects from Fosamax; however, as with any
medicine, Fosamax may have unintended or undesirable
effects. Side effects usually have been mild. Some patients
may experience digestive disturbances such as nausea,
vomiting or black and/or bloody stools. Some digestive
disturbances may be severe including irritation or ulceration
of the esophagus (the tube that connects your mouth
with your stomach) which can cause chest pain, heartburn
or difficulty or pain upon swallowing. These reactions
may occur especially if patients do not drink a full
glass of water with Fosamax and/or if they lie down
in less than 30 minutes or before their first food of
the day. Esophageal reactions may worsen if patients
continue to take Fosamax after developing symptoms suggesting
irritation of the esophagus.
Some patients may experience bone, muscle or joint
pain or, rarely, a rash (occasionally made worse by
sunlight) or eye pain. Allergic reactions such as hives
or, rarely, swelling of the face, lips, tongue and/or
throat which may cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing
may occur. Rarely, stomach or other peptic ulcers (some
severe) have occurred, but it is not known whether these
were caused by treatment with Fosamax. Mouth ulcers
have occurred when the tablet was chewed or dissolved
in the mouth.
Your physician or pharmacist has a more complete list.
Tell your physician or pharmacist promptly about these
or any other unusual symptoms.
How can I learn more about
Fosamax and osteoporosis? You may obtain
further information from your physician or pharmacist,
who have more detailed information about Fosamax and
osteoporosis.
How long should I keep my
medicine? Do not use this medicine after
the month and year written after EXP on the container.
How should I store Fosamax?
Store Fosamax at room temperature (15 to 30°C).
Ingredients: Active
ingredients: Each 70 mg tablet of Fosamax contains alendronate.
Nonmedicinal ingredients:
anhydrous lactose, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium
stearate and microcrystalline cellulose.
Fosamax
40mg Information (Click
here for Fosamax 5mg and 10mg Information)
Fosamax 40mg
Side Effects
Paget's Disease of Bone:
Fosamax 40 mg Daily Dosage: Please read this insert
carefully before starting Fosamax and every time your
prescription is renewed.
How should I take Fosamax?
These are the important things you must do to help make
sure you will benefit from Fosamax:
1. After getting up for the day and before taking your
first food, beverage or other medication, swallow your
Fosamax tablet with a full glass (200 to 250 mL) of
plain water only: not mineral water, not coffee or tea,
not juice. Although it has not been tested, because
of high mineral content, “hard water” may
decrease absorption of Fosamax. If your normal drinking
water is classified as “hard water”, you
should consider taking this medication with distilled
water (i.e., not mineral water). Do not chew or suck
on a tablet of Fosamax.
2. After swallowing your Fosamax tablet do not lie
down--stay fully upright (sitting, standing or walking)
for at least 30 minutes and do not lie down until after
your first food of the day.
3. Do not take Fosamax at bedtime or before getting
up for the day. The above actions will help the Fosamax
tablet reach your stomach quickly and help avoid irritation
of your esophagus (the tube that connects your mouth
with your stomach).
4. After swallowing your Fosamax tablet, wait at least
30 minutes before taking your first food, beverage,
or other medication of the day, including antacids,
calcium supplements and vitamins. Fosamax is effective
only if taken when your stomach is empty.
5. If you develop difficulty or pain upon swallowing,
chest pain, or new or worsening heartburn, stop taking
Fosamax immediately and call your doctor.
6. Take 1 Fosamax tablet once a day, every day.
7. It is important that you continue taking Fosamax
for as long as your doctor prescribes it. You should
always tell your physician about all drugs you are taking
or plan to take, including those obtained without a
prescription.
Fosamax Tablets:
Fosamax is the brand name of Merck Frosst Canada &
Co. for the substance alendronate sodium available only
on prescription from your physician. Alendronate sodium
is a member of a class of nonhormonal drugs called bisphosphonates.
Your physician has prescribed Fosamax because you have
a disease known as Paget's disease of bone.
How is normal bone maintained?
Bone undergoes a normal process of rebuilding that occurs
continuously throughout your skeleton. First, old bone
is removed (resorbed), then new bone is laid down (formed).
This balanced process of resorbing and forming bone
keeps your skeleton healthy and strong.
What is Paget's disease of
bone? In Paget's disease, bone resorption
and formation are abnormally increased resulting in
weakened bone. This may lead to pain, deformity, and/or
fracture.
How can Paget's disease of
bone be treated? Your physician has prescribed
Fosamax to treat this disease. Fosamax slows down bone
resorption, which allows the bone-forming cells time
to rebuild normal bone.
What should I know before
taking Fosamax? Who should not take Fosamax?
Do not take Fosamax if you:
- Have certain disorders of the esophagus (the tube
that connects your mouth with your stomach)
- Are unable to stand or sit upright for at least
30 minutes
- Are allergic to any of its ingredients
- Have been told by your doctor that you currently
have low blood calcium.
Do not take Fosamax if you have severe kidney disease.
If you have any doubts if this applies to you, speak
to your physician.
What should I tell my physician
or pharmacist before taking Fosamax? Tell
your physician or pharmacist about any medical problems
you have or have had, including known kidney disease,
and about any allergies. If you have any swallowing
or digestive problems, discuss them with your physician
before taking Fosamax.
Pregnancy and Breast-feeding: Do not take Fosamax if
you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Children: Fosamax is not indicated for anyone under
18 years of age and should not be given to them.
Elderly: Fosamax works equally well in and is equally
well tolerated by patients older and younger than 65
years of age.
Can I take Fosamax with other
medicines? The use of acetylsalicylic acid
(ASA) with 40 mg of Fosamax may increase the chance
of stomach upset. You should speak to your physician
if you take ASA.
See “How should I take Fosamax?”
Can I drive or operate machinery
while using Fosamax? Fosamax should not affect
your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Remember to keep Fosamax and all medications safely
away from children.
What should I do in case of
an overdose? If you take too many tablets,
drink a full glass of milk and contact your physician
immediately. Do not induce vomiting. Do not lie down.
What should I do if I miss
a dose? Take Fosamax once daily as prescribed.
However, if you miss a dose, do not take an extra dose.
Just resume your usual schedule of 1 tablet once a day.
Possible
Fosamax Side Effects: Most patients do not
have side effects from Fosamax; however, as with any
medicine, Fosamax may have unintended or undesirable
effects. Side effects usually have been mild. Some patients
may experience digestive disturbances such as nausea,
vomiting or black and/or bloody stools. Some digestive
disturbances may be severe including irritation or ulceration
of the esophagus (the tube that connects your mouth
with your stomach) which can cause chest pain, heartburn
or difficulty or pain upon swallowing. These reactions
may occur especially if patients do not drink a full
glass of water with Fosamax and/or if they lie down
in less than 30 minutes or before their first food of
the day. Esophageal reactions may worsen if patients
continue to take Fosamax after developing symptoms suggesting
irritation of the esophagus.
Some patients may experience bone, muscle or joint
pain or, rarely, a rash (occasionally made worse by
sunlight) or eye pain. Allergic reactions such as hives,
or rarely, swelling of the face, lips, tongue and/or
throat, which may cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing,
may occur. Rarely, stomach or other peptic ulcers (some
severe) have occurred, but it is not known whether these
were caused by treatment with Fosamax. Mouth ulcers
have occurred when the tablet was chewed or dissolved
in the mouth.
Your physician or pharmacist has a more complete list.
Tell your physician or pharmacist promptly about these
or any other unusual symptoms.
How can I learn more about
Fosamax and Paget's disease of bone? You
may obtain further information from your physician or
pharmacist, who has more detailed information about
Fosamax and Paget's disease of bone.
How long should I keep my
medicine? Do not use this medicine after
the month and year written after EXP on the container.
How should I store Fosamax?
Store Fosamax at room temperature (15 to 30°C).
Ingredients: Active
ingredients: Each white, triangular-shaped 40 mg tablet
of Fosamax contains alendronate. Nonmedicinal ingredients:
anhydrous lactose, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium
stearate, microcrystalline cellulose.
Fosamax
5 or 10mg Information
Fosamax Side Effects
How should I take Fosamax?
These are the important things you must do to help make
sure you will benefit from Fosamax:
1. After getting up for the day and before taking your
first food, beverage, or other medication, swallow your
Fosamax tablet with a full glass (200 to 250 mL) of
plain water only: not mineral water, not coffee or tea,
not juice. Although it has not been tested, because
of high mineral content, “hard water” may
decrease absorption of Fosamax. If your normal drinking
water is classified as “hard water”, you
should consider taking this medication with distilled
water (i.e., not mineral water).
Do not chew or suck on a tablet of Fosamax.
2. After swallowing your Fosamax tablet do not lie
down--stay fully upright (sitting, standing or walking)
for at least 30 minutes and do not lie down until after
your first food of the day.
3. Do not take Fosamax at bedtime or before getting
up for the day. The above actions will help the Fosamax
tablet reach your stomach quickly and help reduce the
potential for irritation of your esophagus (the tube
that connects your mouth with your stomach).
4. After swallowing your Fosamax tablet, wait at least
30 minutes before taking your first food, beverage,
or other medication of the day, including antacids,
calcium supplements and vitamins. Fosamax is effective
only if taken when your stomach is empty.
5. If you develop difficulty or pain upon swallowing,
chest pain, or new or worsening heartburn, stop taking
Fosamax immediately and call your doctor.
6. Take 1 Fosamax tablet once a day, every day.
7. It is important that you continue taking Fosamax
for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Fosamax can
treat your osteoporosis or help prevent you from developing
osteoporosis only if you continue to take it. You should
always tell your physician about all drugs you are taking
or plan to take, including those obtained without a
prescription.
Fosamax Tablets: Fosamax
is the brand name of Merck Frosst Canada & Co. for
the substance alendronate sodium available only on prescription
from your physician. Alendronate sodium is a member
of a class of nonhormonal drugs called bisphosphonates.
Fosamax is available as a white, round 5 mg and a white,
oval 10 mg tablet.
Your physician has prescribed Fosamax because you have
a disease, known as osteoporosis or to prevent you from
developing the disease. Fosamax prevents the loss of
bone that occurs in men, postmenopausal women, and in
patients receiving corticosteroid medications (for example:
prednisone, methylprednisolone). Fosamax also helps
to rebuild bone. This will help prevent you from developing
fractures.
How is normal bone maintained?
Bone undergoes a normal process of rebuilding
that occurs continuously throughout your skeleton. First,
old bone is removed (resorbed), then new bone is laid
down (formed). This balanced process of resorbing and
forming bone keeps your skeleton healthy and strong.
What is osteoporosis and why should it be treated or
prevented? Osteoporosis is a thinning and weakening
of the bones. It is common in women after menopause
and may also occur in men. It may also be caused by
certain medications called corticosteroids in both men
and women. Early on, osteoporosis usually has no symptoms.
If left untreated, however, it can result in fractures
(broken bones). Although fractures usually cause pain,
fractures of the bones of the spine may go unnoticed
until they cause height loss. Fractures may occur during
normal, everyday activity, such as lifting, or from
minor injury that would not ordinarily fracture normal
bone. Fractures usually occur at the hip, spine, or
wrist and can lead not only to pain, but also to considerable
deformity and disability (such as stooped posture from
curvature of the spine, and loss of mobility).
Osteoporosis in men and in postmenopausal women: Osteoporosis
often occurs in women several years after the menopause,
which occurs when the ovaries stop producing the female
hormone, estrogen, or are removed (which may occur,
for example, at the time of a hysterectomy). The earlier
a woman reaches the menopause, the greater the risk
of osteoporosis. Osteoporosis can also occur in men
due to several causes, including aging and/or a low
level of the male hormone, testosterone. In all instances,
bone is removed faster than it is formed, so bone loss
occurs and bones become weaker. Therefore, maintaining
bone mass and preventing further bone loss are important
to keep your skeleton healthy.
Osteoporosis in men and women caused by corticosteroids:
Corticosteroids can cause bone to be removed faster
than it is formed, so bone loss occurs and bones become
weaker. Therefore, maintaining bone mass and preventing
further bone loss are important to keep your skeleton
healthy. It is important to take your corticosteroid
medication as recommended by your physician.
How can osteoporosis be treated or prevented? Your
physician has prescribed Fosamax to treat your osteoporosis
or to help prevent you from developing osteoporosis.
Fosamax not only prevents the loss of bone but actually
helps to rebuild bone you may have lost and makes bone
less likely to fracture. Thus, Fosamax prevents or reverses
the progression of osteoporosis.
In addition, your physician may recommend one or more
of the following lifestyle changes:
- Stop smoking. Smoking appears to increase the rate
at which you lose bone and, therefore, may increase
your risk of fracture.
- Exercise. Like muscles, bones need exercise to
stay strong and healthy. Consult your physician before
you begin any exercise program.
- Eat a balanced diet. Your physician can advise
you whether to modify your diet or to take any dietary
supplements.
Why is it important to continue
to take Fosamax? It is important to take
Fosamax over the long-term to continue to prevent loss
of bone and to help rebuild bone you may have lost.
It is, therefore, important to follow your physician's
instructions for taking Fosamax without skipping doses
or varying from your prescribed treatment schedule.
It is also important to continue to follow your physician's
advice on lifestyle changes.
What should I know before
taking Fosamax? Who should not take Fosamax?
Do not take Fosamax if you:
- Have certain disorders of the esophagus (the tube
that connects your mouth with your stomach)
- Are unable to stand or sit upright for at least
30 minutes
- Are allergic to any of its ingredients
- Have been told by a doctor that you currently have
low blood calcium.
Do not take Fosamax if you have severe kidney disease.
If you have any doubts if this applies to you, speak
to your physician.
What should I tell my physician
or pharmacist before taking Fosamax? Tell
your physician or pharmacist about any medical problems
you have or have had, including known kidney disease,
and about any allergies. If you have any swallowing
or digestive problems, discuss them with your physician
before taking Fosamax.
Pregnancy and Breast-feeding: Do not take Fosamax if
you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Children: Fosamax is not indicated for anyone under
18 years of age and should not be given to them.
Elderly: Fosamax works equally well in and is equally
well tolerated by patients older and younger than 65
years of age.
Can I take Fosamax with other
medicines? See “How should I take Fosamax?”
Can I drive or operate machinery
while using Fosamax? Fosamax should not affect
your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Remember to keep Fosamax and all medications safely
away from children.
What should I do in case of
an overdose? If you take too many tablets,
drink a full glass of milk and contact your physician
immediately. Do not induce vomiting. Do not lie down.
What should I do if I miss
a dose? Take Fosamax once daily as prescribed.
However, if you miss a dose, do not take an extra dose.
Just resume your usual schedule of 1 tablet once a day.
Possible
Fosamax Side Effects? Most patients do not
have side effects from Fosamax; however, as with any
medicine, Fosamax may have unintended or undesirable
effects. Side effects usually have been mild. Some patients
may experience digestive disturbances such as nausea,
vomiting or black and/or bloody stools. Some digestive
disturbances may be severe including irritation or ulceration
of the esophagus (the tube that connects your mouth
with your stomach) which can cause chest pain, heartburn
or difficulty or pain upon swallowing. These reactions
may occur especially if patients do not drink a full
glass of water with Fosamax and/or if they lie down
in less than 30 minutes or before their first food of
the day. Esophageal reactions may worsen if patients
continue to take Fosamax after developing symptoms suggesting
irritation of the esophagus.
Some patients may experience bone, muscle or joint
pain or, rarely, a rash (occasionally made worse by
sunlight) or eye pain. Allergic reactions such as hives,
or rarely, swelling of the face, lips, tongue and/or
throat which may cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing
may occur. Rarely, stomach or other peptic ulcers (some
severe) have occurred, but it is not known whether these
were caused by treatment with Fosamax. Mouth ulcers
have occurred when the tablet was chewed or dissolved
in the mouth.
Your physician or pharmacist has a more complete list.
Tell your physician or pharmacist promptly about these
or any other unusual symptoms.
How can I learn more about
Fosamax and osteoporosis? You may obtain
further information from your physician or pharmacist,
who have more detailed information about Fosamax and
osteoporosis.
How long should I keep my
medicine? Do not use this medicine after
the month and and year written after EXP on the container.
How should I store Fosamax?
Store Fosamax at room temperature (15 to 30°C).
Ingredients: Active ingredients: Each 5 mg or 10 mg
tablet of Fosamax contains alendronate. Nonmedicinal
ingredients: anhydrous lactose, croscarmellose sodium,
magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose. The
10 mg tablet also contains carnauba wax.
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