Question 1

which is better: actonel (risedronate) vs fosamax?

Accepted Answer

No difference: There is no such thing as "best" or "worst" medication, only those that work and don't work, based on the patient's individual circumstances and genetics.

Question 2

which is stronger: actonel (risedronate) or fosamax?

Accepted Answer

Neither is: really &quot;stronger&quot;. There are slight differences depending upon what criteria you use, but both are very potent and very effective inhibitors of bone resorption. Both need to be taken as directed, and combined with adequate calcium and vitamin D3.

Question 3

what is the difference between actonel (risedronate) and fosamax?

Accepted Answer

Chemical structure: Actonel (risedronate) and Fosamax are drugs in the bisphosphonate family.  They have similar but not identical structures.  They produce similar benefits for osteoporosis patients.

Question 4

is there a generic drug equivalent for fosamax or actonel (risedronate)?

Accepted Answer

Yes & no: Fosamax is off patent - the generic is alendronate.  Generics are absolutely as effective as the brand name.  Actonel (risedronate) is still on patent.  No generic form exists yet.

Question 5

is actenol or fosamax (alendronate) only for women?

Accepted Answer

No.: Both can be used by men to treat or prevent bone loss, not only for female osteoporosis.  Men with low tesosterone deveop osteoporosis.  Both sexes treated with many drugs, including steroids, will lose bone.  The bisphosphonates work for both sexes!

Question 6

what is the difference between actonel (risedronate) and fossamax?

Accepted Answer

Similar, but differ: Both are bisphosphonate drugs, taken orally, which decrease bone breakdown by osteoclast cells, and therefore increase bone density ;#40;a marker of bone strength;#41;. Different dosing, but can be weekly or monthly for either in osteoporosis. Were used in tumors in or to bone-now drugs mostly given IV for that. Fosamax (alendronate) stays in the system and bone longer; was thought to be more GI irritating ;#40;maybe not;#41;.

Question 7

had a surgery for l4,l5 and s1 disk problems last week.it is prescribed alendronate weekly once. but they gave risedronate 35mg. is it okay ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Both of these meds are used to treat osteoporosis and are very similar in their results.

Question 8

could fosamax (alendronate) break your femur?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Hi. Alendronate and other antiresorptive osteoporosis drugs have been associated with a very low but real risk of atypical femur fracture (subtrochanteric fracture in the shaft made of cortical bone). The risk is very low, and a cause and effect relationship is not absolutely established. But yes, the risk appears to be there. Remember all the fractures bisphosphonates PREVENT also, however!

Question 9

can chest pain be produced by fosamax (alendronate)?

Accepted Answer

A lot of side effect: Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, throat, or tongue); black, tarry, or bloody stools; chest pain; coughing or vomiting blood; difficult or painful swallowing; mouth sores; new, worsening, or persistent heartburn; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; severe bone, muscle, or joint pain and others.

Question 10

can i use fosamax (alendronate) for jawbone necrobiosis?

Accepted Answer

No: Iv meds in the Fosamax (alendronate) category (bisphosphonates) have been implicated in causing osteonecrosis of the jaw. If you have this condition, i'd consult with your physician about the advisability of continuing on these meds if you are already taking them. If you live anywhere near a dental school or oral surgery residency program, i'd suggest being evaluated there as a first step.

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Is there a generic drug equivalent for fosamax or actonel (risedronate)?

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Is actenol or fosamax (alendronate) only for women?

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What is the difference between actonel (risedronate) and fossamax?

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Had a surgery for l4,l5 and s1 disk problems last week.it is prescribed alendronate weekly once. but they gave risedronate 35mg. is it okay ?

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Could fosamax (alendronate) break your femur?

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