I was such an idiot for believing in this drug! The wierd thing is that none of my upper teeth seem to have been affected by it. As I sat up from the bed my head started to pound. I know they say dairy is a good source of calcium but we are not cows and cant absorbe or digest soemthing that is meant for young calves. Side effects include heartburn, upset stomach, nausea, diarrhea and constipation, as well as stomach, muscle, joint and bone pain. She sent me to a specialist for a second opinion and he said take it. She was put on Alendronic acid as she had a fall broke her wrist and has had breast cancer. Hi everyone.I am new to this forum.I started taking Alendronic acid for the first time yesterday.I have had a bone density scan which shows i have oesteoporosis.I am 59 years old,considered myself quite fit until last June,I have read the side effects of these tablets and what other people have put about them.I am quite scared about taking anymore.I felt fine yesterday after taking mu first . So, what happens now, does my Osteoporosis get progressively worse over time? I was going through a traumatic time at age 45 yrs and was diagnosed with hypothyroidism, the menopause and depression all at the same time. Newsletter archive, Data Based Medicine Global Ltd. Bisphosponates are prescribed to help your bones stay as strong as possible. To my surprise he agreed. If you missed a dose, take it the following day and do not double take it to avoid overdosing. May 2013, 15:46. I suffer with Reaumatoid Athritis, so put the pain down to this, plus the osteoporosis. Alendronic acid has been studied in a small number of patients with osteogenesis imperfecta under 18 years of age. Other side effects include: arthralgia, myalgia, and ostealgia. The strange thing is that as soon as I read: That is exactly the reaction I had years ago to Metoclopramide the anti sickness drug. Hi everyone I thought my diziness and muscle ache and a light pain in my abdomen when i took Alendronic Acid was just me, now reading all the comments I can see it is a common theme. I was put on alendronic acid 70mg and in 2013 Its harmful if you suddenly stop taking it without a proper assessment from your healthcare provider. Yet we women know when something is not right we seek help only to be fobbed off by stupid replys from doctors only to get rid of us . I decided to stop. I chose the infusions and, after two infusions, the Pagets was seen to be in remission. She had to wait months and eventually had the hip replacement. As I was searching through my kitchen drawers, it came to me. This is a condition that causes your bones to get weaker and be more likely to break. My body has been achy since starting them but after taking the A A on Sunday l have been in agony the aches in my joints and my hips have been unbearable and the numbness in my hands and fingers. Fast forward to 2019 stared getting pains from my knees traveled throughout my body into my head thought im going to die. I have just taken my first one and reading this forum is really interesting. This way, youll prevent any irritation in your throat or esophagus. But, because you naturally produce vitamin D3, your doctor might not recommend you take supplements unless you have a deficiency. September 2020 Diagnosed with PMR & prescribed Prednisolone + ADCAL3D +Alendronic Acid. It will slow down the breakdown of bones and support the faster growth of new bones in your body. Surgeon said her bones in the hip and pelvis crumbled away like chalk and hed never seen that as severe before. The whole remit of Western medicine is to treat symptoms without curing, so that long term profits can be made. It should be taken as soon as you get out of bed in the morning and at least 30 minutes before any food, beverage, or other medicines. Lately i have been feeling tooth pain and have told by the dentist they cannot see me without a letter from my GP if i am taking alendronic acid. I feel cold inside all the time and the headache is miserable. Fast forward to 2008. Having read & researched online information regarding side effects I accepted that I needed to take the Prednisolone but was not comfortable with ADCAL 3D + Alendronic Acid & especially since my Vitamin D level was so good but was advised to take them taking into account my age of 73years. Some years later she was in terrible pain and her doctor wouldnt believe me when i said that i thought her hips were dying. Went to dentist four days ago with toothache my dentist x-rayed my tooth and discovered I have a lot of loss of bone in my jaw cant remember the name for it but it was caused by my treatment for osteoporosis she said she cant take the tooth out as she could cause more damage she said she has to consult with another surgeon first I am in total agony with my tooth and jaw I dont know how much longer I can go on I wont hear anything to Monday so I have all day tomorrow and tomorrow night to suffer I dont know how much longer I can go on help, Ive just started taking Alendronic acid 75mg and for the last 4 days Ive been having really bad indigestion Heartburn and tightness of my chest My recent BMD test shows i have esteoporosis. Alendronic acid belongs to a group of non-hormonal medicines known as bisphosphonates, which prevent bone loss from the body. Due to cutbacks now prescribed unnamed Alendronic and feel absolutely ghastly. I attributed this to having a 12 hour car ride and driving 6 out of 12 hours. I have been told I will have one in 2 years. What else can I do to improve my post.menopausal condition? This settled after a few days and I thought no more about it. My advice beware. The second is absolutely & completely familiar. I was thinking maybe I was dehydrated, so I drank a few bottles of purified water. When and how you take alendronic acid can affect whether it will work or not. From then on the amount of activity needed to bring on the symptoms became less and less, to where I am now. AA scares me to death as 4 months after taking it I seem to have a continues dry sort throat ( weirded really) so I feel I dont want to take it anymore at my age anyway 75. Glad Im not alone with these problems,thought i was going mad, hi I had zolondronic infusion no problem ,tablets i cant tolerate so I have hit and missed with them ,I told my consultant and the nurses at the hospital but went unanswered said they would sort it ,five weeks a go I fractured my spine so now Im waiting to see what they going to do Ive been honest with them said i skipped a lot cos I felt sick all the time ,Ive opted for infusion,told them that I did tell them ,but now because Ive fractured my spine Im worried that my bone is bad ,bone density scan and hopefully they will sort infusion out for me .I dont like the tablets,I take vitamin d and c .Im trying to help myself just hope its not too late .wouldnt mind I fell off a ladder about two years ago straight onto my back legs and head fell backwards flat and not a broken bone and I had had a density scan just before the fall. In rare cases, alendronic acid may cause a serious allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ). Anything more and pressure builds in my head, I feel lightheaded, my ears ring and my muscles jerk happily away by themselves. However now it is back with a vengeance! I had had a two year bone scan and been told that my bone density had increased, so as far as I was concerned, the drug was working and all was well in that particular area. As soon as I told the duty doctor it was a possible drug clash, I sensed he immediately lost interest. Below are essential things that you should know before taking alendronic acid: Tell your doctor if you have any dental implants or any tooth issues before taking alendronic acid. My advice is dont risk your health when the adverse effects are so clearly documented. Alendronate is used to treat osteoporosis caused by menopause, steroid use, or gonadal failure. If it is common for headaches, dizzy spells and blackout reportsshouldnt this concern those that live alone, for both GP and patient? 2023 The Heart & Brain. Stopping and seeing if the symptoms resolve for most drugs is the best way to prove a link some problems with some drugs may take time more time than you expect but will resolve but some may also be permanent. After reading about it I returned the box of tabs unused. take personal responsibility for themselves. I was left on Seroxat for 15 years and wonder if it is the reason I know have Neuropathy. I was running 2 or 3 times, each week, circuit, bodypump, combat, body pump etc, about 14 hours of workout every week. Ive just been prescribed AA but having read all the posts on this site have decided not to start taking it. I am interested about the post that said you should only really take for 2 years does anyone else have info on this. Its essential to take your dose while your body is upright. https://www.druglawsuitsource.com/canada-fosamax-lawsuits-settled/ It may put you at risk of jaw bone damage. I was determined that my own actions would build my bones so I only had to take the drug for a short time. But, theres not enough evidence on this claim. Alendronic acid (bisphosphonate) is a prescription medication used to help your bones stay as strong as possible. I shall be bringing these reviews to my GPs attention AND a refusal to even take the first dose! re the first strange vivid dreams has been my nearest experience. Thanks. june 2022. In the morning (Wednesday) I was not able to zip my jeans, brush my hair or other daily activities. Has anyone has this done ? Im considering ringing the hospital myself to see if I can have one done. She was told her bones were fine but should continue on Alendronic Acid. cant belive my GP gave me these awful tablets . My life coaching business came to nothing I am unable to work. The medicine your doctor has advised you to take, alendronic acid, is one of the bisphosphonates and is given to strengthen fragile bones. where do I go from here, the last thing I want is dentures !! beyond distribution houston tx; bagwell style bowie; alex pietrangelo family; atlas 80v battery run time; Needless to say I will never take another one and I would like to know whether anyone knows how long Alendronic Acid takes to leave the system. In rare cases, it can be severe and may hint at a medical emergency. Hello very interested in everyones comments, I was put on alendronic acid tablets two years ago since I had osteoporosis in the hips. Hi. I had vivid dreams, some headaches and didnt sleep well to start with. Hi, I am 47 years old and recently found out I have osteopenia every where and osteoprosis in on of my hips. I was intrigued as my doctor had said specifically not to! I have had 7 weeks off work with a fractured wrist and another week off with feeling poorly due to AA (with no pay as Im a self employed carer) and need to feel fully fit before returning to work. Take the medicine on an empty stomach. The side effects are horrific. I dont know if these problems have been caused by the AA, but Im now thinking that I should stop taking it and see if my symptoms resolve. That was the last tablet I took of that drug. Food, mineral water, and other beverages may interrupt your body from absorbing the medicine. Please tell your doctor if youre pregnant or planning to before taking this drug. Lately, i have been feeling quite unwell, and after having had all sorts of health checks I have now come to the conclusion that my strange symptoms might be due to Alendronic acid. For all patients: Dental practitioners should ask about current or past use of Can you give me the name of this book, I too am struggling with whether to go down the road of alendronic acid. They began to itch the next day, ( I took my 5th dose of medication) and they were slightly better but I called my doctor and got in To the office Friday. As you age, you will notice changes in your body, such as grayed hair, wrinkles, vision problems, and hearing loss. It starts after some seemingly minor jaw trauma, but jaw osteonecrosis can quickly decimate a jawbone. No problems with my calcium + vitamin D levels when I started taking medication. Frequently missing a dose may lessen the drugs potency. I carried on with my normal activities. But the following is extract is certainly familiar; In 2002 I discovered via the internet that I wasnt desperately ill with an anxiety disorder that only Seroxat could fix. Nothing too spectacular to report. Below is everything you need to know about alendronic acid, commonly prescribed by doctors to treat bone conditions. You can only take it with plain water, not mineral water. If I apply pressure to the back of my neck, my neck pain still hurts really bad, but I can move my neck. Thank you for all y9our input re: Alendronic Acid. Hi Rowena. Ive now been put on Risedronate and after just 24 hrs I ache all over and keep getting sharp pains everywhere , seriously thinking of stopping this as side effects are awful. Another problem that really concerns me is that my teeth feel rough, as though the surface is eroding. Fosamax (alendronic acid) is used to treat osteoporosis. . Without the support of new bone tissues, your bones become more porous and fragile, making you prone to bone fractures. For a once health, fit woman shes a frail person now who cant walk and has bladder/stomach problems. Terms|Privacy, Research Forum for Enduring Sexual Dysfunction, https://info.mhra.gov.uk/drug-analysis-profiles/dap.html?drug=./UK_EXTERNAL/NONCOMBINED/UK_NON_000837661002.zip&agency=MHRA, https://www.druglawsuitsource.com/canada-fosamax-lawsuits-settled/. In addition, previous side effects were swellings and wealds all over, itching and bloatedness. Home; About; Program; FAQ; Registration; Sponsorship; Contact; Home; About; Program; FAQ; Registration; Sponsorship . My entire body jerked violently as if I was having an epileptic fit, but I was conscious throughout. I think its great that we can come in here and discuss how we are feeling. Alendronate helps to reduce the risk of fracture in people with osteoporosis and some other bone conditions. Federal drug regulators and researchers say that Fosamax, a drug thats supposed to help with bone growth, is linked to this rare dental disease thats also called Dead Jaw Syndrome. Hi, my story is very similar but I only found out today that Alendronic Acid has caused my dental problems. No other cause but the medicine . I also have arthritis in my thumbs. I developed teeth probs just before diagnosis so treatment sounds scary if things are made worse by AA. Same here. Anyway, I started to take them three weeks ago and I seem to have been fortunate in that I have had very few side effects but, after reading all these reviews, Im not sure I will carry on as Im fit and healthy with no pain. Make sure the spinach is cooked to get rid of the oxylates which inhibit calcium absorbtion; so cook your spinach. If I took slow shallow breaths the pain was bearable. My story begins in May 2014 when I was 72 and took the first once a week dose of one tablet with a glass of water. I have been told to take kale with spinach and brocoli which is full of calcio blended with almond milk before breakfast and before going to bed. Then, they will assess if youll have to continue taking it or take a break from it by stopping the medication completely. Hi. To summarise, my probs appear to be muscular. Ive been on Alendronic acid for a few months now. l feel I am not listened to andn being my age, Im past bothering about. http://www.drugwatch.com/fosamax/osteonecrosis/, Fosamax is linked to osteonecrosis, or bone death, of the jaw. I have spent the past 4 hrs reading up on this medication and these reviews! Whoa, I said, I want to do this with diet and exercise. Hi I have been on alendronic acid for 7 months I was worried about side effects but have been ok but have noticed a weakness in muscles and am really stiff in mornings and if I sit down even for a short while. I was told I had osteoporosis in 2004 and was put on Fosamax for about 6 months after which I was switched to Actonel. Took dose 7, and on and off right hip aches, but now radiating to thigh. , I started taking foxomax at the age of 38 and took it weekly for many years during this time the foxomax I was taking became alendronic acid I had no idea the dental problems it could cause till I need a tooth out I I had to come of alendronic acid and wait a period of time before having my tooth out but to my shock before I went back on alendronic acid it was suggested I have a dexa scan I didn,t think there would be any thing a miss how mistaken I was although I had been on the alendronic acid for years it hadn,t worked for me and my bones where thinner than they should be I now have ostiopenia and take ad cal, I am dealing with broken teeth and mouth issues due to foxamax. Stop taking your alendronic acid yes like you I been taking AA for about 2yrs in this time I have had a dry mouth enough to think Im going to lose all my teeth at the time . Theres little research if alendronic acid is safe for breastfeeding moms. However for the past couple of months the left lower side of my face has been continuously swollen and my family have finally noticed. I thought, as I was 53 and just into the menopause, it would be sensible to have my bones scanned and was shocked to be told I too have osteoporosis in the spine. As a follow up to my earlier post, on Feb 21st 2021, I am still experiencing side effects as a result of the ingestion of 1 biphosphonate Alendronic Acid 70g tablet on Sunday Feb 2nd. No tablet is worth taking if no quality of life. It is strongly linked to a condition called bisphosphonate related osteo necrosis of the jaw if you require any dental treatment while you take it. I am 62, healthy and active. It begins as minor dental problems and can escalate to permanent jaw damage. And yes side effects are happening, muscles ache, jaw aches, I did have an X-ray on my jaw and its fine TG. car underglow laws australia nsw. The doctor put me on ADCAL D3 and alendronic. I have an appointment at The Royal Dental Practice, Cromwell Road, Dorchster to have two back teeth removed. Clinical trial results suggest an increased risk of atrial fibrillation for zoledronic acid (Aclasta ), pamidronic acid, and possibly for alendronic acid, although the balance-risk remains. My legs and bottoms of feet, are so painful. Alendronic acid may put your pregnancy at risk. Now I am not sure what to do. Withdrawal was so extreme that the longest I ever lasted off the drug was seven weeks, the worst of my life. Applies to alendronate: oral solution, oral tablet, oral tablet effervescent. Ive only had one tablet of the Alendronic Acid yesterday, but seem to have quite a few of the side effects so wont have another again, and am miffed to see that people have problems for weeks even after one tablet. Please check with your doctor before stopping taking alendronic acid and switching to alternative treatments. Took one tablet within 24hrs experienced labour pains & felt like Id been kicked by a horse in the back continued for 4 days, gradually wore off and I refused to take another Alendronic pill again. I read somewhere Fosamax was taken off the market & it caused hair loss. She was a keen walker and is feeling very worried. Overdosing may lead to an upset stomach, heartburn, and ulcers. Fast forward to 2009. I just want to feel better. Its recommended to take it on an empty stomach first thing in the morning. Youre description of whip lash injury describes me. This is a vile drug dangerous and should be pulled from market to protect any future victims. I am taking much more care of myself with exercise an I am totally sugar gluten dairy and alcohol free. Back to see the same neurologist whose diagnosis this time was that my muscles were very tight so I must be stressed, and if I wasnt already taking it, he would prescribe Seroxat! prevent cancer spreading to the bone. Alendronic acid is generally safe for long-term use and stays in your body. However Im convinced that its the AA tablet and am very scared to take another! Your dosing may depend on your age, how severe your bone condition is, other medical conditions you have, and your reaction to the first dose. The hygienist cleaned my teeth a few weeks ago. . Unfortunately, Im pretty intolerant to most drugs, other than HRT, which I took for 5 years without any side effects and made me feel fantasticuntil my GP refused to prescribe them once I reached 50. I have been put on prednisone and even though my bones are ok I have been prescribed AA as prednisone destroys bones. Im going to stop taking Alendronic acid. Armed with more natural solutions which I have been taking anyway but paying more attention now. After reading this negative press about AA, I refused to take it. Anyhow, if anyone knows what whip lash feels like, this is worse. Are we not sentient beingsthey are not the be all and end all. He said the result was impossible and after another Dexa scan Im told I have osteopenia in my hip and spine. She said for the to call in on monday if there is no improvement. Many thanks for all your information. She refused, but she agreed. 25 yrs later Ive had a Dexa scan and was told my spine was crumbling and the reading was far worse than the worst possible. Doctor said it was a preemptive measure as my left hip was compromised! Im sure they will sound familiar. I would like to take an alternative to alendronic acid wuth some exercises for the spine. This prompted me to do more research into alendronic acid, but instead of looking up this generic term, I tried the brand name Fosamax. In addition, you should cut down on your alcohol intake, stop smoking, do strength training and supplement your body with calcium and vitamin D3, K2, and magnesium regularly. With the agreement of my GP I have now stopped taking the tablets. Just dont know what to do for best. The my neck was hurting. Maybe tomorrow I will get better direction from the physician. I would be grateful for any help or advice I have had OA in my lumber Thorasic and Cervical regions of my spine and also in both of my hips and was given a Bone density scan which showed the OA has progressed to Osteopena for this the consultant prescribed Alendronic Acid tablets 70mg which I take once a week from 30/03 /13 . I am 73, have Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis and I was prescribed Aldronic Acid 1 a week since breaking my femur in 2015. I took the tab yesterday &.the strange & heavy uneven rhythm actually woke me up last night. I had another dexa test in 2018. Took my 1st AA 2 days ago, since then Ive had constant stomachache, feel exhausted, and tired, and shivering. I went back to my GP to inform him that I couldnt take them and he readily gave me another prescription for Risedronate 35mg one a week which I am now frightened to take because the possible side effects listed are exactly the same as the AA. Common Fosamax Side Effects What is Alendronic acid 70mg tablets used for? Soil degradation is a process in which the value of the land and its biophysical environment is affected by a combination of human actions and non-natural . A big thank you to all. After 2 weeks of no bowel movement ended up at A&E!!! 20 mile house bernadette 0533 929 10 81; best time to visit kodiak island info@reklamcnr.com; grateful dead from the vault box set caner@reklamcnr.com; athens high school basketball roster reklamcnr20@gmail.com In fact we were three quarters of the way through our time together before I happened to mention I took alendronic acid. In the meantime her teeth fell outliterally fell outwhat on earth was happening. Small movements and small gentle breaths allow me to feel ok and for my muscles to be still. Typically, doctors recommend taking osteoporosis medication for 3-5 years. It is usually administered as a pill and given to those with conditions that affect the bones like Paget's disease and osteoporosis. So if u are on adcal or calcium as well check out it isnt that causing any side effects. I got a book on osteoporosis from the library and it explained against taking alendronic acid and any other medication that contain biphosphates. If you missed a dose, take it the following morning and continue taking your next doses on your usual schedule. There are over 200 million people worldwide who have osteoporosis. I drank 2 cups of coffee. I was given alendronic acid tablets, one a week after had fall off my bike swerving to miss a coke can someone dropped and fractured my pelvis. Ive read your article and the comments with deep interest and concern. In case of severe allergic reactions and poisoning on your first dose, please call your doctor or emergency help immediately. I would say) I was suddenly aware of my mouth being transformed into a state where I was unable to move my lips and then my jaw at all. Took AA on Sunday and the next night I was in so much pain, I couldnt move. She had breast cancer over 5 years ago and had a fall recently and broke her wrist. I hate taking meds and wonder if I should stop Alendronic acid. About 3 hours later, I started to feel weird, sort of dizzy. Should there be a next time I will follow my own advice as I believe we all know our own bodies to a degree of course & I will follow my gut instinct!!! I dont know if this is due to alendronic acid or the letrozole I am taking for breast cancer. Learn more. I urge you to Look into his work for yourselves. Tablets the gift that keeps giving, I have just had a DXA scan (following a wrist fracture) and it came back I have really bad osteoporosis. alendronic acid has destroyed my life If you are taking this tablet once a week . My face had also experienced this and I have had swollen lips. I have also been taking Adcal tablets for years. I am not in your age group Jane bit I can appreciate Yor feeling left out. GP is arranging for a bone scan . Your doctor may recommend you go for a regular bone density test using X-rays, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA), or a special CT scan to diagnose. I read its the same Acid in cleaning products! My body awareness tells me otherwise. It has further become clear that my symptoms were not and are not brought on by activity per se, but by an increase and deepening in my breathing, as if the extra air I take in is poisoning me in some way. There has to be a better way. I just took my 8th dose of alendronate sodium 70 mg. It can support your bones depending on how long you have taken medicine. Now have constant Background: The objective of the study was to evaluate the effects of alendronic acid once weekly relative to risedronic acid once weekly on bone mineral density (BMD), markers of bone turnover and tolerability in the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. Exercise and healthy food and some good supplements. I stopped taking alendronic acid straight away and now wake every morning in the hope that there might be some improvement in my condition. I was told that it was very uncommon what happened to me, and it was my choice to take it again next week or not. My body jerked violently and out of control for hours. What is soil degradation in agriculture? The dentist recommend my mom to have all teeth in the lower jaw removed (some are already loose) and get denture. Stopped AA & CAL3D immediately!! 2019 I went to the Dentist with a broken tooth, she told me after an Xray that she could only pull the tooth out as my jaw was crumbling and she could only offer me dentures from now on. Also, have you researched iodine? There is a Group related to these awful side effects on Facebook called Reglan Support Group (Primperan/Metoclopramide Read the devastating effects this drug has had on people taking it. I was, in fact, part of a community of Seroxat users who like me were struggling to understand what had happened to them. Jan. It took over a year to come off Seroxat using a liquid form and the withdrawal symptoms were awful. Alendronic acid is a bisphosphonate drug that prevents osteoclastic bone resorption which is used for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Sister told the doc she was not taking AA any more, he told her she should take it !.
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