Is there an alternative for fosamax (alendronate)?

Yes: There are a number of treatments for osteoporosis other than fosamax (alendronate). Some are similiar to it in how they work and some work through a differnent pathway. See your prescribing doctor for details.

There are many alternatives to alendronate. It is best to speak to a doctor to decide which medications may be right for each individual person - there are some drugs in the same family, and others that are not, and choosing which one depends on a person’s health and medication history.