What is alendronate sodium 70mg?

Alendronate is used to treat a certain type of bone disease called Paget’s disease. This disease weakens and deforms bones. Alendronate works by slowing bone loss, helping to keep your bones strong and less likely to break. It also helps reduce bone pain from this disease.

What is alendronate 70 mg tablets used for?

Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults. Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break more easily.

Does alendronate make you gain weight?

Weight gain isn’t a side effect that you should have while taking Fosamax. In clinical trials, weight gain didn’t occur in people taking Fosamax. However, peripheral edema (swelling in your arms or legs) has been reported by some people since Fosamax was approved by the FDA and released onto the market.

How long after taking alendronate can I eat?

Alendronate works only if taken on an empty stomach. Wait at least 30 minutes (preferably 1 to 2 hours) after taking the medication before you eat or drink anything other than plain water.Do not take this medication at bedtime or before rising for the day.

What happens if you take alendronate after eating?

Food and beverages (eg, mineral water, coffee, tea, or juice) will decrease the amount of alendronate absorbed by the body. Waiting longer than 30 minutes will allow more of the drug to be absorbed.

Can alendronate cause hair loss?

Less common side effects of alendronate include: Hair loss.

Can you drink coffee after taking Fosamax?

Don’t take Fosamax with coffee, juice, mineral water, soda, or juice. Be sure to take it at least 30 minutes before you eat, drink anything besides plain water, or take any other medications. Taking Fosamax at the same time as food, drinks, or other medications can prevent your body from properly absorbing the drug.

What vitamins should I take with alendronate?

vitamin D3
This product is a combination of two medicines: alendronate and cholecalciferol (vitamin D3). Alendronate works by slowing bone loss to help maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones (fractures).