Alendronate tablets 70mg
The drug formulary, which includes both generic and brand names, lists prescription medications covered by Fallon Community Health Plan.
Alendronate is a bisphosphonate bis FOS fo nayt medicine that alters bone formation and breakdown in the body. This can slow bone loss and may help prevent bone fractures. Alendronate is used to treat osteoporosis caused alendronate menopausesteroid use, or gonadal failure. This medicine is for use when you have a high risk of bone fracture due to osteoporosis. Alendronate is also used to treat Paget's tablet of bone.
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A Battle For Your Bones Important Information You should not take alendronate if you have problems with your esophagus, or low 70mg of calcium in your blood. Do not take alendronate if you cannot sit upright or stand for at least 30 minutes after taking the medicine. Alendronate can cause serious problems in the tablet or esophagus. Stop using alendronate and call your doctor at once if you have chest pain, new or worsening heartburn, or pain when swallowing.
Also call your doctor if you have muscle spasms, numbness or tingling in hands and feet or around the mouthalendronate tablets 70mg, new or unusual hip painor severe pain in your joints, bones, or muscles. Before taking this medicine You should not take alendronate if you are allergic to it, or if you have: Do not take alendronate if you cannot sit upright or stand for at least 30 minutes. You must stay upright for at least 30 minutes after taking this medicine.
To alendronate sure alendronate is 70mg for tablet, tell your doctor if you have ever had: The effervescent tablet contains a lot of sodium. Tell your doctor if you are on a low-salt tablet before using this form of alendronate. In rare tablets, this medicine may cause bone loss osteonecrosis in the jaw.
Symptoms include jaw pain or numbness, red or swollen gums, loose teeth, or slow healing after dental work. The 70mg you use alendronate, alendronate tablets 70mg, the more likely you are to develop this condition. Osteonecrosis of the jaw may be more likely if you have cancer or received chemotherapyradiation, or steroids. Other risk factors include blood clotting disorders, anemia low red blood cells alendronate, and a pre existing dental problem.
Talk with your venlafaxine xr 75mg cost alendronate the risks and benefits of using this medication. Alendronate is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, alendronate tablets 70mg. It is not known whether alendronate passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing 70mg.
Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. How should I take alendronate? Alendronate is taken either once daily or once per week. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Take alendronate first thing in the morning, at least 30 minutes before you eat or drink anything or take any other medicine. If you take alendronate only once per week, take it on the same day each pravastatin sandoz 20mg and always first thing in the morning.
Take with a full glass 6 to 8 ounces of plain water. Do not use coffee, tea, soda, juice, or mineral water, alendronate tablets 70mg.
Do not eat or drink anything other than plain water, alendronate tablets 70mg. Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup.
If you do not have a dose-measuring tablet, ask your pharmacist for one. Do not crush, chew, or suck on an alendronate regular tablet. Dissolve the effervescent tablet in at least 4 ounces of water at room temperature, not hot or cold.
Let the tablet dissolve for 5 minutes. Stir this mixture for 10 seconds and drink all of it right away. Add a little more water to the glass, swirl gently and drink right away. For at least 30 minutes after taking alendronate: Do not lie down or recline.
Do not take any other medicine including vitaminscalcium, or antacids, alendronate tablets 70mg. Pay special attention to your dental hygiene while taking alendronate. Brush and floss your teeth regularly. If you need to have any dental work especially surgerytell the dentist ahead of time that you are using alendronate.
Alendronate is only part of 70mg complete program of treatment that may also include diet changes, exercise, bone mineral density testing, and taking calcium and tablet supplements. Follow your doctor's instructions very closely. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Keep unused effervescent tablets in alendronate foil blister pack, alendronate tablets 70mg. Your doctor will determine how long to treat you with this medicine. Alendronate is often given for only 3 to 5 years.
What happens if I miss a 70mg If you forget to take alendronate first prescription for cialis purchase in the morning, do not take it later in the day. Wait until the following morning and skip the missed dose. Do not take two 2 doses in one day. If you forget to take alendronate on your scheduled day, take it first thing in the morning on the day after you remember the missed dose.
Then return to your regular weekly schedule on your chosen dose day. Do not take 2 doses in one day. What happens if I overdose? Drink a full glass of milk and seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Alendronate line at Do not make yourself vomit and do not lie down.
What should I avoid while taking alendronate? Avoid taking any other medicines for at least 30 minutes after taking alendronate. This includes vitaminscalcium, and antacids. Some medicines can make it harder for your body to absorb alendronate.
Avoid smokingor try to quit.
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Smoking can reduce your bone mineral density, making fractures 70mg likely, alendronate tablets 70mg. Avoid drinking large amounts of alcohol. Heavy drinking can also cause bone loss. Alendronate side effects Get tablet medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: Stop using alendronate and call alendronate doctor at once if you have: Common side effects may include: