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Alendronic Acid

Alendronic acid, also called alendronate, is a bisphosphonate used for osteoporosis and Paget’s disease of bone. This catalogue listing contains Fosamax, a single-ingredient tablet medicine.

Fosamax

Osteoporosis, Paget's Disease of Bone

35mg · 70mg

Alendronic acid tablets for osteoporosis and Paget's disease. It slows the natural process that removes old bone.

From$1.52/ tabletView

Key points

  • Bone resorption: Alendronic acid binds to bone and reduces the bone breakdown driven by osteoclasts.
  • Oesophageal irritation: Swallowing technique and remaining upright are important because this medicine can irritate the oesophagus.

What alendronic acid is used for

Fosamax is listed for Osteoporosis and Paget’s Disease of Bone. Alendronic acid and alendronate are two names for the same medicine.

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