Take on an empty stomach
Take this medicine on an empty stomach.
Leaflet FOSAMAX 70mg tablets
- Product code:
- W60296002
- Quantity:
- 4
- Indicated for:
- osteoporosis
- Route of administration:
- oral
- Substance:
- alendronic acid (bisphosphonate)
- ATC
- M05BA04 — Musculo-skeletal system | Drugs affecting bone structure and mineralization | Bisphosphonates
Precautions:
Avoid milk, calcium, iron, or antacids
Do not take with milk, calcium, iron, magnesium, or antacids if separation is recommended.
Alendronic acid is a medication used for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, a condition characterized by decreased bone density and an increased risk of fractures. It is particularly indicated for postmenopausal women, men at risk of bone loss, and patients undergoing long-term corticosteroid therapy.
Alendronic acid belongs to the bisphosphonate class and works by inhibiting bone resorption, reducing the activity of osteoclasts (cells that break down bone). This helps maintain bone density and reduces the risk of fractures, especially in the hip and spine.
Side effects may include esophageal irritation, abdominal pain, nausea, or heartburn. To minimize these risks, the medication should be taken in the morning on an empty stomach with a full glass of water, and the patient should remain upright for at least 30 minutes after administration.
Alendronic acid belongs to the bisphosphonate class and works by inhibiting bone resorption, reducing the activity of osteoclasts (cells that break down bone). This helps maintain bone density and reduces the risk of fractures, especially in the hip and spine.
Side effects may include esophageal irritation, abdominal pain, nausea, or heartburn. To minimize these risks, the medication should be taken in the morning on an empty stomach with a full glass of water, and the patient should remain upright for at least 30 minutes after administration.
General data about FOSAMAX 70mg
- Substance:
- alendronic acid
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-06-2026
- Product code:
- W60296002
- Concentration:
- 70mg
- Pharmaceutical form:
- tablets
- Quantity:
- 4
- Product type:
- Original
- Price:
- 41.42 RON
- Prescription status:
- P-6L — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.
Pharmaceutical forms available for alendronic acid
Concentrations available for alendronic acid
- 10mg
- 5mg
- 70mg
- 70mg/2800UI
- 70mg/5600UI
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