Osteoporosis Treatment: Is It Safe to Take Fosamax?
Osteoporosis Treatment: Is It Safe to Take Fosamax? I have been getting a lot of questions from women who are asking about osteoporosis medications. These two questions raise concerns about the safe use of Fosamax. A question from a neighbor: I’ve been taking Fosamax for 7 years and heard that it is not safe because it doesn’t build quality bone and there is a risk of jaw demineralization. What are your thoughts about this? A question from a reader: My doctor prescribed Fosamax for me about 5 years ago to help prevent osteoporosis. My bone density shows osteopenia. I read that the medication can be more harmful for me to take than not. Why? Can you explain this to me?Answer: Along with Actonel (risedronate) and Boniva (ibandronate), Fosamax (alendronate) belongs to a