Alendronic Acid prevents the loss of bone that occurs in women after they have been through menopause.
It can also prevent loss of bone in men or people taking steroids, such as prednisolone and methylprednisolone.
It also has been shown to help rebuild bone and makes bone and reduce the risk of spine and hip fractures (broken bones) in women (after their menopause) and in men who have to thin their bones(osteoporosis).

Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Doses may change from patient to patient based on your age, your medical condition, and whether or not you are taking other medicines.
The recommended dose is once weekly tablet
Precaution while taking Alendronic Acid Tablets:
Do not take with mineral water
Do not take with coffee or tea
Do not take with juice or milk
Do not crush or chew the tablet or allow it to dissolve in your mouth.
Do not lie down immediately after taking the tablet
Do not take alendronic acid tablets at bedtime or before getting up for the day.
After swallowing your tablet, wait at least 30 minutes before taking your first food, drink, or other medicine.
Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

Heartburn
Difficulty swallowing
Ulceration of the gullet (esophagus) can cause chest pain, heartburn or difficulty, or pain upon swallowing.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

There are many calcium-rich foods that can help you maintain a healthy level of calcium in your system, like Milk, Yogurt and Cheese
When it comes to healthy bones and preventing osteoporosis, calcium alone is not enough. There are a number of other vital nutrients that help your body absorb and make use of the calcium you consume. This include magnesium and vitamin D
You can always check for vitamin D deficiency by Natejah Vitamin D Deficiency Rapid Test
Beware of caffeine you consume, as drinking more than 2 cups of coffee a day can lead to calcium loss.
Limit soft drinks, as in order to balance the phosphates in soft drinks, your body draws calcium from your bones
exercise also plays a vital role in maintaining bone strength especially weight-bearing activities such as walking, weightlifting and stair climbing.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Store below 25°c
Don’t refrigerate the container
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

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