Calcium or iron supplements
, vitamins, antacids, coffee, tea, soda, mineral water, calcium-enriched juices, and food can decrease the absorption of alendronate. Do not take these for at least 30 minutes (preferably 1 to 2 hours) after taking alendronate.
Can you take Fosamax with other meds?
Fosamax® treatment
should be taken on its own without any other medications
, and you must wait at least 30 minutes before taking other drugs. It is best to have your doctor's advice before adding another medication to your daily routine.
Can I take ibuprofen with Fosamax?
Interactions between your drugs
Talk
to your doctor
before using alendronate together with ibuprofen. If you take a medication like alendronate by mouth, combining it with ibuprofen may increase your risk of developing gastrointestinal ulcers and bleeding.
What happens if you take Fosamax with coffee?
A study found that taking the osteoporosis drug alendronate (brand name, Fosamax) with black coffee or orange juice
reduced its absorption by about 60 percent
. The drug needs to be taken with water on an empty stomach at least 30 minutes before breakfast for optimum effect.
What foods interact with Fosamax?
Taking Alendronate with food may decrease the actions of the drug. Take Alendronate at least 30 minutes before any other beverage, food, or other medication for the day. In particular,
avoid dairy products
and orange juice within 2 hours of this drug.
Do you gain weight on Fosamax?
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.
Who should not take Fosamax?
May not be suitable for some people including those with
kidney disease
, pre-existing esophageal conditions, low blood calcium levels (hypocalcemia), or who are unable to stand or sit upright for at least 30 minutes.
Does Fosamax affect teeth?
The complications with Fosamax in relation to dental are called “
Bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw
” (BRONJ). For example, when you have an extraction done or experience trauma to the jawbone the bones mechanisms for repairing itself are impaired and can lead to necrosis in the area.
Can osteoporosis be reversed without Fosamax?
You cannot reverse bone loss on your own
. But there are a lot of ways you can stop further bone loss. If you are diagnosed with osteoporosis or at a greater risk for developing it, your doctor may recommend certain medications to take.
Can I stop taking Fosamax cold turkey?
Before stopping Fosamax or any medication, it is important to consult your doctor. Based upon your medical history and individual health risks, your doctor may suggest taking a break. If you do decide to stop taking Fosamax, doctors recommend
having regular bone density tests to monitor your status
.
Can I skip a week of Fosamax?
If you take the forgotten tablet after you have eaten or had a drink, FOSAMAX will not work as well as it should. Therefore,
it is better to skip the dose that you missed
. If you are not sure whether to skip the dose, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
What happens if you take Fosamax with food?
Food may reduce the absorption of alendronate
, which may lead to lower blood levels of the medication and possibly reduced effectiveness. You should take alendronate first thing in the morning, at least 30 minutes before you eat or drink anything or take any other medication.
Can you drink coffee 30 minutes after taking Fosamax?
It may not be absorbed and you may have side effects. Calcium or iron supplements, vitamins, antacids, coffee, tea, soda, mineral water, calcium-enriched juices, and food can decrease the absorption of alendronate.
Do not take
these for at least 30 minutes (preferably 1 to 2 hours) after taking alendronate.
Can you take vitamin D with Fosamax?
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions
were found between Fosamax and Vitamin D3. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
What is the most common side effect of Fosamax?
The drug's manufacturer, Merck, says the most common side effects include gastrointestinal issues, such as
nausea, diarrhea, constipation and cramping
. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration documented several of the drug's more serious side effects and subsequently distributed numerous warnings.
Should I take calcium with Fosamax?
Low calcium levels in your blood (hypocalcemia).
Your doctor may prescribe calcium and vitamin D to help prevent low calcium levels in your blood, while you take
FOSAMAX PLUS D
. Take calcium and vitamin D as your doctor tells you to.
