Alendronic Acid/Colecalciferol is effective only if taken when your stomach is empty
Alendronate helps to reduce the risk of fracture in people with osteoporosis and some other bone conditions
This medicine may also be used to increase bone mass in men who have osteoporosis
It belongs to a class of medications called
Alendronate (alendronic acid) (Brand names: Fosamax®, Fosavance®, Binosto®) Alendronate is a drug treatment for osteoporosis
Directions for administration
What you need to know before you take Alendronic Acid/Colecalciferol 3
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Osteoporosis is caused by changes in the way bone is normally maintained
Life Stage
View Alendronic Acid’s uses, side-effects, drug interactions, expert advice and user FAQs only on 1mg
Adult: 40 mg once daily for 6 months; may be repeated if necessary after 6-month post-treatment evaluation period
upset stomach
Cholecalciferol, a form of vitamin D, is important for calcium absorption and bone health
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Generally, this drug has been well tolerated
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The additional studies showed that including vitamin D 3 in the same tablet with alendronic acid could increase vitamin-D levels
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To avoid this, take it with a large glass of water
The weekly dose with vitamin D3 contains either 2,800 IU or 5,600 IU of vitamin D3
Effervescent Tablet: Dissolve effervescent tablet in 4 ounces of plain room temperature water; after effervescence stops, wait 5 minutes, then stir solution for 10 seconds, and consume
Common side effects of alendronate and cholecalciferol may include: mild heartburn, stomach upset; diarrhea, gas, constipation; mild joint or back pain; or
Because alendronic acid and vitamin D