Related Subjects:
|Calcium Physiology
| Hypercalcaemia
| Bisphosphonates
| Osteoporosis
| Osteonecrosis of the jaw
Osteonecrosis of the jaw may be seen in cancer patients (get dental assessment first). Atypical femoral fractures are rare but have been reported with prolonged bisphosphonate treatment for osteoporosis. Review risks and benefits after 5 or more years of use.
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Indications and Dose
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Name Starting Dose Frequency Route Alendronic acid 10 mg OD PO Alendronic acid 70 mg ONCE WEEKLY PO Interactions
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Alendronate (Alendronic acid)
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