BUY FOSAMAX

Fosamax is applied for preventing and curing certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis). It belongs to a class of drugs which lower breaking bone cells activity. The class of drugs is called bisphosphonates. Supporting strong bones by lowering bone loss helps to prevent the risk of fractures. Your threat of developing osteoporosis is connected with your age (the elder the greater risk you undergo) after menopause. It is accounted by lack of natural estrogen hormones and taking of corticosteroid medications (e.g., prednisone) for long periods.

HOW TO USE FOSAMAX:

To maximize the amount of drug absorbed and reduce the risk of injury to your esophagus follows these instructions very closely. Read carefully applied leaflet. Ask your doctor or health care professional for more details. Use the medication once a week. Take it at the same day every week (choose the day yourself). Take fosamax orally once a week, after waking up before breakfast, drinking or other drug. Take fosamax with a full glass (6-8 or 180-240 ml) of plain water. You should swallow this medication whole without crushing, chewing, or breaking the pills it. Don't lie down for at least 30 minutes (preferably 1 to 2 hours). It takes the same time eating or drinking anything other than plain water. Avoid taking of this medication going to bed or before rising for the day. It may cause side effects because the medication may not be absorbed. Other drugs, coffee, vitamins, antacids, tea, soda, mineral water and food can reduce the absorption of fosamax. For more effective result take the drug regularly. You are to take the drug at the same time every week. In order not to miss the intake of the drug make a calendar.

FOSAMAX SIDE EFFECTS:

You may experience such fosamax side effects as constipation, gas, stomach pain, or nausea. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience some serious side effects, such as jaw pain, an increase in muscle or bone pain, black stools, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, swelling of joints/hands/ankles/feet, irritation and ulcers of the esophagus, chest pain, new or worsening heartburn, trouble or painful swallowing. If you experience any of the mentioned above side effect stop using the drug and ask for immediate medical help. A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seeks immediate medical attention if it occurs. If you experience serious allergic reaction ask for medical help. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, dizziness, swelling, trouble breathing, itching. If you experience any other fosamax side effects inform your doctor or pharmacist. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of fosamax side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

FOSAMAX PRECAUTIONS:

Tell your doctor if you have any allergic reaction. Your doctor or pharmacist must be aware of your medical conditions, especially if you have such problems as disorders of the esophagus (e.g., esophageal stricture or achalasia), inability to stand or sit upright for at least 30 minutes, severe kidney disease, trouble swallowing, low calcium levels, stomach/intestinal disorders (e.g., ulcers). Sometimes you can experience serious problem with your jawbone problems (osteonecrosis). If you have such serious problems as cancer, anemia, blood clotting disorders, infections in the mouth or other diseases of the mouth, or poor dental hygiene, advise your doctor before taking fosamax. Be convinced that your doctor is aware of all your medical conditions (especially if you have cancer) and knows about all medications you are taking. It is better for children not to take the drug. Investigations have proved that many children who used this medication experienced such serious side effects fever, vomiting, and flu-like symptoms. Fosamax is not advised during pregnancy and can be taken only if it's really necessary. Discuss all pro and contra with your doctor or health care professional. This medication occurs into breast milk. If you take fosamax consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

FOSAMAX INTERACTIONS:

Your doctor or pharmacist may already be acquainted with any possible fosamax interactions. Do not start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine consulting the doctor. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone). Look through very attentively the instructions on all your medications because they may contain aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, naproxen). The components may be the reason of stomach irritation/ulcers. Consult your pharmacist about the safe application of those products. Don't stop low-dose aspirin, as prescribed by your doctor for specific medical reasons such as heart attack or stroke prevention (usually these dosages are 81-325 milligrams per day). Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

NOTES:

Such things as increasing weight-bearing exercise, eating well-balanced meals containing adequate calcium and vitamin D, stopping smoking, and limiting alcohol will help you to make your bones harder. Ask your doctor about vitamins or changing lifestyle. He'll advise you what is better for you personally. You are to be examined laboratory and/or medically regularly (x-rays, height measurement, blood mineral levels) observe your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details. Ask your doctor for more information. Try not to miss a dose, but if it happened, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double change the dose.