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My mother is 73 and she has osteoporosis. should she be taking fosamax (alendronate) every 10 days?
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Every 7 days: And it's important to follow the directions for taking it carefully to ensure absorption. Other measures are adequate intake of calcium and vitamin d and regular weight bearing exercise.
Answered 2/20/2019
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Every day or 7days: Fosamax (alendronate) is indicated to be taken every day as a 10 mg dose or every 7 days as a 70 mg dose.
Answered 6/25/2014
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