Did you know that it’s possible not just to stop or slow bone loss, but actually help reverse it? In most patients with osteoporosis, FOSAMAX and FOSAMAX PLUS D help reverse bone loss.
Learn more about reversing bone loss.
Physical Activity Contributes to Bone Health
Just like muscle, bone is living tissue that responds to exercise by becoming stronger. However, a lack of physical exercise, especially as you get older, may contribute to lower bone mass.
A Healthy Diet is Important in Preventing or Treating Osteoporosis
Calcium helps keep your bones strong, and vitamin D helps you absorb the calcium. Talk to your doctor or dietician about your diet. It’s important to get the right nutrients for your bones.
Learn more about diet and vitamins.
Use Safety Tips to Help Prevent Injuries
Your home should be arranged for safety and convenience. Follow these steps to help avoid accidents.
Learn more about preventing falls.
Selected Cautionary Information About FOSAMAX and FOSAMAX PLUS D
You should not use FOSAMAX or FOSAMAX PLUS D if you have certain disorders of the esophagus (the tube connecting the mouth with the stomach), are not able to stand or sit upright for 30 minutes, have severe kidney disease, low blood calcium, or are allergic to FOSAMAX or FOSAMAX PLUS D. Before use, talk to your doctor if you have or have had stomach or digestive problems or problems with swallowing. You should tell your doctor about all medicines you are taking, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. In addition, for FOSAMAX PLUS D, you should talk to your doctor if you have conditions that may cause an overproduction of vitamin D (eg, sarcoidosis, leukemia, lymphoma).
Stop taking FOSAMAX or FOSAMAX PLUS D and call your doctor right away if you develop new or worsening heartburn, difficult or painful swallowing, or chest pain because these may be signs of serious upper digestive problems, which can include irritation, inflammation, or ulceration of the esophagus. (See the Patient Product Information for more details.) If you develop severe bone, joint, and/or muscle pain at any time, contact your doctor. Digestive side effects in studies were generally mild and included stomach pain, indigestion/heartburn, or nausea.