Alendronic Acid Benefits & Uses

Alendronic Acid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Osteoporosis

Other Benefits

Paget's Disease

Alendronic Acid Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 70 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For postmenopausal women
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 70 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For postmenopausal women

Alendronic Acid Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alendronic Acid is used -

Severe

Esophageal Ulcer

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Headache
Abdominal distension
पेट दर्द
Dyspepsia
पेट की गैस
Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Nausea or vomiting

Alendronic Acid Related Warnings

Is the use of Alendronic Acid safe for pregnant women?

Alendronic Acid has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Alendronic Acid safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Alendronic Acid on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Alendronic Acid will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Alendronic Acid on the Kidneys?

Alendronic Acid rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Alendronic Acid on the Liver?

Effects of Alendronic Acid on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Alendronic Acid on the Heart?

Effects of Alendronic Acid on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Alendronic Acid with Other Drugs

Alendronic Acid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Alendronic Acid Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alendronic Acid unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Gastritis
Digestive Disorders
Kidney Disease
Barrett Esophagus
Cancer
Dental Abscess

Frequently asked Questions about Alendronic Acid

Is this Alendronic Acid habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Alendronic Acid is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Alendronic Acid as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Alendronic Acid only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Alendronic Acid for mental disorders.

No

Alendronic Acid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alendronic Acid

Alendronic Acid may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Alendronic Acid

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild