What are your experiences with side effects from the prescription drug Fosamax?

Question

I started taking fosamax 70mg weekly, about 5 wks. ago. I am now noticing bad muscle pain, stiffness in joints, esp. knees. Has anyone else taken this drug for osteoporosis, and what has been your experience with it? What were the side effects that you had?

Answer 1

Fosamax is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, the brittle bone disease, in postmenopausal women. It is also used to increase bone mass in men with osteoporosis, and is prescribed for both men and women who have developed a form of osteoporosis sometimes caused by steroid medications such as prednisone. This drug can also be used to relieve Paget's disease of bone, a painful condition that weakens and deforms the bones.

Fosamax is effective only when each tablet or bottle of oral solution is taken with a full glass of plain water first thing in the morning, at least 30 minutes before the first food, beverage, or other medication. If you can wait longer before eating or drinking, Fosamax will be absorbed better. Do not lie down after taking Fosamax until at least 30 minutes have passed and you've had something to eat.