Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) Uses

Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) is a hormone used treat adults with Paget's disease of the bone and osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.

Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) Contraindications

Do not take Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) if

• you are allergic to any ingredient of this medicine(bisphosphonates)
• you have low calcium blood levels
• you have active stomach problems(eg, esophagitis, gastritis, ulcers)
• you have renal insufficiency
• you have a difficulty swallowing or inability to stand/sit upright for at least 30 minutes.

Taking Osteofos (Generic Fosamax)

Follow the patient instructions provided with Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) exactly.

How much Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) without checking with your health care provider.

Do not take more Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider.

Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your doctor.

If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible.

Patients with previous conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Osteofos (Generic Fosamax).

Take each Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) tablet first thing in the morning with a full glass of water(6 to 8 oz), at least 30 minutes before the first food, beverage or medication of the day. Taking this medicine with orange juice or coffee can decrease its effectiveness. Do not chew or suck on the Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) tablet.

After taking Osteofos (Generic Fosamax), remain upright (sitting/standing) for 30 minutes. Do not lie down until after eating. Do not take Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) at bedtime. Do not take Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) at the same time as other medicines(including aspirin), antacids or calcium supplements.

Wait at least one-half hour before taking any other drug.

Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) Notes

Contact your doctor if any throat or swallowing problems occur. Do not change the dose or discontinue taking Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) unless advised to do so by your health care provider. May cause stomach upset, nausea or diarrhea. Patients should maintain adequate nutrition, particularly an adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D. Supplemental calcium and vitamin D may be required. Avoid cigarette smoking and alcohol, which deplete calcium from bones. Consider weight-bearing exercises to increase to increase the calcium density of bones.

Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) Overdose

Contact your health care provider at once if you feel you have taken or given too much of this Osteofos (Generic Fosamax).

Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) Missed dose

If a Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) dose is missed, do not take it later in the day. The next day, continue your usual schedule of 1 Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) tablet once a day. Continue use of Osteofos (Generic Fosamax). If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) dose to catch up, unless advised by your doctor. If more than one Osteofos (Generic Fosamax) dose is missed, contact your doctor or pharmacist.