FOSAMAX

Fosamax is prescribed for osteoporosis (thinning bones). Eventhough a healthy diet, regular exercise and vitamins are important in maintaining bone health it may not be enough. Fosamax has been proven to help reverse bone loss in most patients - not just slow it down.

What is osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is often called a "silent disease" because there are no symptoms, so you can't feel your bones become weak. Sometimes women will not know they have osteoporosis until a bone breaks. Bones begin to weaken as you get older, especially after menopause.

It is a disease that causes bones to become more porous, gradually making them weaker and more brittle. Our bodies go through a continuous bone-building cycle in which old bone is broken down and new bone is formed. Osteoporosis is caused by an imbalance in this cycle in which too much bone is broken down and not completely built.

How does Fosamax help osteoporosis?

With effects seen as soon as 3 months after therapy, Fosamax helps reverse bone loss by:

• Reducing the activity of the cells that cause bone loss
  
• Decreasing the faster rate of bone loss that occurs after menopause or with use of corticosteroid medications
  
• Increasing the amount of bone in most patients

How is Fosamax taken?

When taking the 5mg or 10mg tablet, swallow 1 Fosamax tablet with 6 to 8 oz of plain water first thing in the morning before you have anything to eat or drink. Start your day's activities, but don't lie down, eat, drink, or take other medications for at least 30 minutes. If you want to lie down after 30 minutes, you must eat breakfast first.

Does Fosamax have any side effects?

You shouldn't use Fosamax if you:

• Have certain disorders of the esophagus
  
• Are not able to stand or sit upright for 30 minutes
  
• Have severe kidney disease
  
• Have low blood calcium
  
• Are allergic to Fosamax

Stop taking Fosamax and call your doctor right away if you develop new or worsening heartburn, difficult or painful swallowing, or chest pain because these may be signs of serious upper digestive problems, which can include irritation, inflammation, or ulceration of the esophagus. If you develop severe bone, joint, and/or muscle pain at any time, contact your doctor . Digestive side effects in studies were generally mild and included stomach pain, indigestion/heartburn, or nausea.

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