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A member asked:

So confused: does anybody know if fosamax (alendronate) or calcium is the same thing or if i should take both if different medications?

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Different: They are different componenets of prevention of osteoporosis. Follow your doctor's advice about how to take them.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/7/2012

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