What are the side effects of alendronate 70 mg?

Alendronate may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

  • nausea.
  • stomach pain.
  • constipation.
  • diarrhea.
  • gas.
  • bloating or fullness in the stomach.
  • change in ability to taste food.
  • headache.

Does alendronate have side effects?

Postmarketing side effects of alendronate reported include: Body as a whole: Hypersensitivity reactions including hives and skin swelling; transient muscle pain, feeling unwell (malaise), weakness/lack of energy, and fever; symptomatic hypocalcemia; swelling of extremities.

What is alendronate 70 mg used for?

Alendronate is used to prevent and treat osteoporosis (thinning of the bone) in women after menopause. This medicine may also be used to increase bone mass in men who have osteoporosis, and in men and women to prevent and treat osteoporosis caused by long-term use of corticosteroids (cortisone-like medicine).

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.

Can alendronate cause teeth problems?

It is important that you tell all of your health care providers that you are taking alendronate. If you are having a dental procedure while taking alendronate, you may have an increased chance of having a severe problem with your jaw.

What are the best vitamins for osteoporosis?

In addition, the optimal standard of care for osteoporosis should encompass adequate calcium and vitamin D intake. Dietary intake or supplementation with calcium and vitamin D will be reviewed, including recent recommendations for increased vitamin D intake.

Are eggs good for osteoporosis?

Eggs are loaded with protein and many essential nutrients including vitamin D. Intake of vitamin D is beneficial for your bone health. So, have eggs and make your bones healthier and stronger. Omega 3 fatty acids can be found in various ‘super-seeds’ such as pumpkin seeds and flaxseeds and in fish.