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A member asked:
I am taking fosamax (alendronate) for osteoporosis. do i need to continue to take calicum supplements?
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Yes: You need to continue calcium replacement on fosamax (alendronate).
Answered 4/15/2014
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Yes, good idea: I like to think of alendronate and calcium/vitamin d as the "bricks" and "mortar", respectively. They work better together to build strong bone. Try 120-1500 mg calcium and 800-1000 i.U. Vitamin d daily.
Answered 1/8/2020
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