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Fosamax
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Does anyone use Fosamax? Does it work for you?

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No the side affects were terrible. Joint pain, My legs swelled up, my hair fell out, and I gained 10 pounds in 3 weeks. Switched to raloxifene. No side effects except hot flashes which I had already.

Side Effects Of Fosomax
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Been on this for 6 months in last month experiencing joint and muscle pain in toes,ankles,knees.hips. Dr took me off for 4wks to see if it’s side effect or something else. Also had blood test waiting for results. Anyone else had this?

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Ues...I took it for 3 months...my doctor insisted. I live with chronic pain after 2 back surgeries in the past 20 years...it made my joints, hips and legs ache worse!!! Could hardly walk..also it… read more

Diagnosis And Medication
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My number for my lumbar spine is 1.057 g/cm; T-score 0.1
Femoral neck is 0.591 g/cm2; T-score -2.3

My doctor has prescribed Fosamax.
When I read the paper work for the meds, I see it can cause problems (especially with stomach problems). I am on pantoprazole for GERD.
Beyond that, I have a stent and take blood thinners and take multiple medication for heart and bp and cholesterol.
I don't think I should take the Fosamax.
Any thoughts?
Thanks, Mdn

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I had several teeth fall out after taking Fosamax.

I also to pantoloc for GERD , I'm on BP meds, cholesterol, various meds for pain, etc..

Hair And Scalp
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I have found info about osteoporosis causing hair loss for some people.
My question is - does it cause you to have an itchy scalp - not dandruff. Just a very itch scalp that feels tight when you scratch.
Just checking to see if there is anyone else out there with this.
Thanks and let’s all have a great day!

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Hair is more prone to breaking with the same lack of vits/minerals as causes osteoporosis ... a lot of us are finding that a "hair/skin/nails" supplement is very helpful. Can contain silica, selenium… read more

Any Good Luck With Alendronate Sodium (generic Fosamax)? I Am About To Start Taking It For The First Time.
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I took Fosomax for 5 years with good results. MD said I needed a drug holiday from it (to keep the rest of me healthy). Bones deteriorated after being off and have now just started Prolia. I didn’t… read more

Fosamax: What Have Your Experiences With This Drug Been? Positive Or Negative?
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My mother took Fosamax for over 8 years and still broke her hip. I have friends who have tried the shots and still broken bones. What have you found the most effective treatment for osteoporosis? I am also trying the exercise program by Margaret Martin. I already exercise daily and this helps me focus on a program particular to osteoporosis; including tips on what not to do. I have also heard that your diet is also a factor? Has anyone found this to be true? Thanks so much.

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I was put on Fosamax by Kaiser for 12 years. i developed GIRD. I kept telling them that my stomach was bad, and I had trouble eating. They would not listen. Finally, they took me off and I have had… read more

Has Anyone Had Any Success With Adding Powdered Collagen Supplement To Their Diet To Build Bone And Have Better Numbers On The Dexa Scan?
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My doctor wants me to start taking Fosamax because of osteoporosis. I have heard about lots of bad side effects. I thought I would try powdered collagen before taking more meds. Also, if you are on Fosamax, has your bone density gotten any better. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thank you so much!

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That’s what my doctor told me but another doctor said it was important and sells the product?

Why Are The Side Affects Of These Medications So Scary
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I have just been prescribed Actonel and after reading about the side affects I am afraid to take it causes esophageal cancer. eventually causes fractures life expectancy after commencing taking is 15 years all seems rather drastic to me

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Hi I have been doing Osteostrong for about a year now and I have reversed osteoporosis back to osteopinia I have not taken any of the prescribed drugs for osteoporosis I do take calcium and vitamin D… read more

Has Fosamax Worked For Anyone?
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Thanks for those details

Medication Side Affects.
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been told I've got osteoporosis and my spine is high risk of fracture. I've been given a tablet to take once a week. But read that you can loose your teeth. Is this true has anyone lost there teeth taken the medication.

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YES