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Fosamax Side Effects

Name: Fosamax
Generic: Sodium alendronate
Manufacturer: Merck & Co.
Date approved: 2001
Status: Prescription only
Approved uses: Osteoporosis prevention and treatment
Off-Label uses: N/A
Side effects:
  • Osteonecrosis (ONJ) of the jaw ("dead jaw syndrome")
  • Femur Fractures
  • Esophageal Disorders
  • Bone Pain and Swelling
Related topics: Unsafe drugs, Vioxx, bisphosphonates
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Fosamax and Femur Fractures

Fosamax is a bisphosphonate manufactured by Merck and used to treat osteoporosis and decreased bone density in postmenopausal women. Many reports have linked Fosamax to sudden femur fractures, many of which occured during low-energy activities, such as walking down stairs. In addition, the drug has been shown to cause osteonecrosis (ONJ) of the jaw, or “dead jaw.” Osteonecrosis is a slow death of bone tissue that occurs because of poor blood supply to the bone. The deterioration is painful and often characterized by mouth swelling, loosening of teeth and exposed bone. Patients who have undergone chemotherapy, taken Fosamax intravenously, have a history of cancer, Paget’s disease or osteoporosis, use steroids while on Fosamax or have a history of major dental work are at an increased risk for ONJ. Other side effects include a risk of severe stomach ulcers when used in conjunction with Naproxin.

Fosamax Linked to Sudden Femur Fractures

Fosamax , a leading osteoporosis drug has been linked to a sudden and unexplained bone breaks in patients taking the medication. The rare fractures have been dubbed "frozen bone" by Dr. Merck and Co Inc, the makers of the drug, and denied a link between the drug and the fractures. read more

Serious Side Effects Associated with Fosamax

has produced alendronate sodium , a bisphosphonate which is marketed as the popular drug Fosamax or Fosamax D . Fosamax is used to treat osteoporosis and decreased bone density, and has been proven to help reverse bone loss in female patients. The drug is intended for use in conjunction with weight-bearing exercise, a healthy diet and vitamin use, and is taken in once-weekly doses in tablet or liquid (swallowed or intravenous) forms. read more

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Fosamax Jury Verdicts

______ Defense verdict - Wrongful Death Action Results in No Cause Verdict for Internist and Hospital

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Fosamax FDA Information

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Information on Bisphosphonates

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Fosamax Government Articles

SUMMARY OF SAFETY-RELATED DRUG LABELING CHANGES APPROVED BY FDA, April 1997

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Fosamax News Articles

Consumers find it hard to determine how much a drug regimen would cost them - The Washington Post

'General Hospital' star Sharon Wyatt faces real medical issue with osteonecrosis, bone death in jaw - New York Daily News

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Fosamax Newsfeeds

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Fosamax Patents

Method for inhibiting bone resorption

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Fosamax Useful Web Sites

The Wikipedia Alendronate Page

Anapol Schwartz, Fosamax Attorneys

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Fosamax Wikipedia

Alendronic acid

Bisphosphonate

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