So after a bit of Internet research and finding this site, I will no longer be taking either drug. Yes and i stopped taking them my stomach was so bad i could only chest breathe. My sister was recently told by her doctor that as she's been on it for over 5 years she should stop taking them for 3 years. But after a yr i got a very bad back, ended up a right angle for 6 wks, now i have just pushed hard with a screwdriver and got such a pain in my side. Whenever Ive mentioned it to my GP, its sort of brushed away. Wait for at least 30 minutes after taking the drug. I was intrigued as my doctor had said specifically not to! Typically, doctors recommend taking osteoporosis medication for 3-5 years. My lower face is completely swollen on the left side. Stopped AA & CAL3D immediately!! mrs winners biscuit recipe. Since things improved I kept taking the medication. Was taken into hospital and because I was taken alendronic they discharged me with 4 Tramadol pain was excruciating..Then I started knocking on doors ring any doctor who would listen no one listen. My older sister, who had recently discovered she had osteoporosis, had a very bad fall, ironically as a result of a violent reaction to a prescription drug, and broke three vertebrae in her back. Its been a nightmare for four weeks weeks. Alendronic Acid/Colecalciferol Mylan is a medicine that contains two active substances: alendronic acid and colecalciferol.It was to be available as tablets. I woke up, called my doctor to make sure it was safe to take with a few broken ribs, and I was told yes. This was on top of my usual activity levels. Thanks so much & best of luckKatie (New York), I had a fall downstairs nearly 2 years ago and broke my back, Ive been on adcal 3 for years do my doctor put me on alendronic acid, since then my health has been awful, Im 66, it takes me to get out of bed in the morning I can hardly walk at times,my teeth are crumbling asked dentist was it because of the tablets he said no but Im sure it is,Ive up get a root extraction on Thursday as my tooth crumbled and left the root of the tooth,he said he is concerned about me being on the alendronic acid and if he cant get the root out I will be sent to hospital,thats me finished with these tablets they have ruined my life. It knocked me out so I stopped it. I only took one pill but think I will stop. Im 62, and fit until I came tumbling of my bicycle 2years ago and damaged my lumbar spine and muscles. Also taking into account that I have & still do.Lead a very active & healthy lifestyle! Do not just stop taking alendronic acid without your doctors approval. Federal drug regulators and researchers say that Fosamax, a drug thats supposed to help with bone growth, is linked to this rare dental disease thats also called Dead Jaw Syndrome. I cannot say specifically that they have caused me any problems. Twin Research Aug 2005 Spine -2.9 Hip -1.3. Hi there. I take the Alendronic acid once a week every Monday morning at 7:30 am. I shall be bringing these reviews to my GPs attention AND a refusal to even take the first dose! Been given Alendronic acid 10mg tablet which I have to take daily. I was such an idiot for believing in this drug! My specialist came back to me a month ago to tell me I should take AA from now on so I started taking the weekly pill 4 weeks ago. That is, when the hospital said I had osteoporosis. This is a condition that causes your bones to get weaker and be more likely to break. Delighted to report Tum is behaving much better since giving up just hoping the other side effects ( Jaw and Teeth) dont show up unexpected! Im wondering how you feel now, a year after stopping the drug, have your symptoms improved? I had read the side effects of this drug and was very reluctant to take it. Stopping and seeing if the symptoms resolve for most drugs is the best way to prove a link some problems with some drugs may take time more time than you expect but will resolve but some may also be permanent. I have been taking A.A for about 9/10 months. I have now been off Alendronic acid for two weeks or so, and at the moment im not noticing very much improvement. She had breast cancer over 5 years ago and had a fall recently and broke her wrist. Bisphosponates are prescribed to help your bones stay as strong as possible. This is a condition that causes your bones to get weaker and be more likely to break. I have osteoporosis and my GP prescribed Alendronic Acid. Individual bisphosphonates have different . I was prescribed alendronic acid 1x weekly. I began to take as prescribed and do not have any problems until 6 days after my 4 th dose, I was awakened in the night with uncomfortable, aching wrists. With the agreement of my GP I have now stopped taking the tablets. I better print your reviews kind people & put them before my GP & the Liver Consultant who suggested bisphosphonates in the first place!! So I have decided that it must be the alendronic acid and I have stopped taking them its making my life unbearable. Your dosing may depend on your age, how severe your bone condition is, other medical conditions you have, and your reaction to the first dose. Please check with your doctor before stopping taking alendronic acid and switching to alternative treatments. I compared it with strontium ranelate, which was the drug my sister was taking, and the strontium appeared to have better results. Eventually I asked to see a movement disorder specialist, as by this time I was convinced I must have some dreadful neurological problem. Jan. Hi just wondering how your getting on with the alendrolic acid? I had to stop immediately and was plunged in to full blown menopause, which has been hell ever since. I have always looked after my teeth, having paid for a very expensive bridge in 2010 to fill a gap. Learn more. Did your painn go away after it left your system. Lately i have been feeling tooth pain and have told by the dentist they cannot see me without a letter from my GP if i am taking alendronic acid. Menopause in women or low testosterone levels in men, Poor nutrition such as low-intake of calcium and vitamin D, Crohns disease, celiac disease, and other inflammatory bowel conditions that affect your body in absorbing nutrients, Calcium supplements, magnesium, iron, and zinc multivitamins, Cancer medicines such as bevacizumab or thalidomide and if youre undergoing chemotherapy. It has given me bad acid reflux. Also, have you researched iodine? The bottom of my feet hurt. Then, you can resume eating and drinking normally. They are ok and work fine for first few years ! My walking is less than a quarter of what it was, but that could be due to a herinated disc. My face had also experienced this and I have had swollen lips. Bisphosphonates to treat bone weakness caused by prostate cancer that has spread to the bones. I took it on Tuesday. Now have constant I had had a two year bone scan and been told that my bone density had increased, so as far as I was concerned, the drug was working and all was well in that particular area. If you have osteoporosis, bone fractures commonly occur in your: Below are the most common factors that may put you at risk of developing osteoporosis: Youre also at a much higher risk of developing osteoporosis if you have health conditions like: Osteoporosis wont give you any symptoms, but you should visit your doctor if youre in doubt, especially if youre approaching menopausal age. Send Link. What an awful position to be in! Now on Alendronic 70 weekly. The dentist told me there was no possible way the drugs had anything to do with my teeth getting loose, and it was probably just poor dental hygiene, in spite of the fact that I was 56 when these problems STARTED and 63 when I had to give up and pull the last ones. If you missed a dose, take it the following day and do not double take it to avoid overdosing. I have osteopenia aged 58 and my sister has osteoporosis aged 65, she was prescribed Alendronic Acid with similar side effects. Alendronic Acid Has Destroyed My Life. Hi, my story is very similar but I only found out today that Alendronic Acid has caused my dental problems. Two hours later, I finally could eat, and drink. I started reading this because after being diagnosed with breast cancer part of my ongoing treatment is Letrozole plus Alendronic Acid. Hi Rowena. No way am I taking another drug, and particularly not this one. HI all I fractured my wrist in October had a dxa scan and was told I had osteoporosis. Ive just read your post on this thread about Alendronic Acid & was hoping you might share your naturopathic bone protocol supplementation with me. Alendronic Acid/Colecalciferol Mylan was developed as a 'generic medicine'. Firstly, the potential gastric problems, secondly osteonecrosis of the jaw, and thirdly the suggestion that the quality of the bone created by the drug is not as good as normal bone. It belongs to a group of drugs called bisphosphonates, which are the most commonly used treatment for people with osteoporosis. Hospital June 2014 Spine-2.5 Hip -0.9. They began to itch the next day, ( I took my 5th dose of medication) and they were slightly better but I called my doctor and got in To the office Friday. I hd bone density DXA scan scan in 2010 and was told i had I was wondering if the side effects of the drug actually go away, and if they do, how soon can I expect to see some sort of improvement? This means that Alendronic Acid/Colecalciferol Mylan was intended to be similar to a 'reference medicine' already authorised in the European Union called Fosavance. It usually takes 6-12 months of taking alendronic acid to support your bones. . I was put on alendronic acid 70mg and in 2013 Below is everything you need to know about alendronic acid, commonly prescribed by doctors to treat bone conditions. I was prescribed Alendronic Acid 70 mg by my GP a couple of months go due to fracturing my humorous after I tripped me fell. I had another Dxa scan. After trying a variety of non-drug treatments, I went to the doctor in December 1996 with intermittent insomnia and PMS, and asked for some sleeping tablets. I am now using a Naturopathic Bone Protocol supplentation for building bones. My entire body jerked violently as if I was having an epileptic fit, but I was conscious throughout. This is a vile drug dangerous and should be pulled from market to protect any future victims. I had a fall/fracture side of leg then DEXA scab and told I had osteoporosis, my reading was -2.6 which I believe is just over normal readings. Alendronic acid (bisphosphonate) is a prescription medication used to help your bones stay as strong as possible. By this time my body was still, so I went home feeling scared and utterly distraught. I have taken them for 5+ years and after some research now I discover that the scans can give false readings, i.e. Please tell your doctor if youre taking: Your doctor might recommend you take brands of alendronic acid such as Fosavance and Bentexo along with vitamin D3 (calciferol). I am 62. I was told that it was very uncommon what happened to me, and it was my choice to take it again next week or not. Ive been prescribed Adcal-D3 tablets (2x twice daily) and Alendronic Acid 1x weekly, even though a blood test showed that my calcium and vitamin D levels were within the normal range. I was determined that my own actions would build my bones so I only had to take the drug for a short time. However, the tablets are poorly absorbed, with less than 1 per cent of the dose being taken . Ive been prescribed alendronic acid now as although doing very well year later, my new doctor is concerned about my bone and muscle condition. I was in a bad way. I have now vowed NOT to take another tablet, after all at my age, I feel I have nothing to lose! Following a recent hip fracture and subsequent dexa scan, it was shown that I had Osteoporosis mainly in the right hip and spine (my hip fracture was on the left side ! Peripheral neuropathy in the hands and fingers. where do I go from here, the last thing I want is dentures !! The next day I felt very ill. What are we paying the doctors for? In some cases, ALENDRONIC ACID may cause side effects such as muscle or joint pain, nausea, indigestion, gas and headache. Thank you. I was told by the hospital after my bone scan that my Osteoporosis was not that bad so Ill see what happens after my next scan Im 73 years old and dont want to feel unwell due to the side effects which if you read about them can be very serious. I developed teeth probs just before diagnosis so treatment sounds scary if things are made worse by AA. Feel quite worried reading all these comments but thoughts Id just let people know that my 90 year old mother has been taking AA plus Adcal for about 8 years after two falls in which her wrists were broken ( falls due to hypotension caused by drug she was currently taking. Severe cranial pain extending from my neck to the base of my skull and temples made worse when I move my head neck. However now it is back with a vengeance! I drank 2 cups of coffee. https://info.mhra.gov.uk/drug-analysis-profiles/dap.html?drug=./UK_EXTERNAL/NONCOMBINED/UK_NON_000837661002.zip&agency=MHRA Really concerned as Ive never ever had bowel problems!!!! Hopefully it will have gone by tomorrow and I am not taking anymore,will only take the prescribed vitamin D and calcium daily tablet. jerky muscles. Without the support of new bone tissues, your bones become more porous and fragile, making you prone to bone fractures. Fast forward to 2008. She is 86. My advice beware. It will slow down the breakdown of bones and support the faster growth of new bones in your body. It could give you terrible side effects. Energice is a vitamin infused Premium Isotonic ice bar scientifically formulated with Electrolytes, B Vitamins (B3, B5, B6, B12) and Potassium. My partner had videoed two of my jerking episodes for him to see and he asked if he could have copies to show colleagues for their opinions. I started taking alendronic acid in January 2009. Home; About; Program; FAQ; Registration; Sponsorship; Contact; Home; About; Program; FAQ; Registration; Sponsorship . Dont use it. Where do you live Jane hope you dont mind me asking. Their non-medical use was to soften water in irrigation systems used in orange groves. I wish everybody all the very best and thank you for your feedback. I am at the moment still recovering from my fracture as it only been 3wks so if anyone reading this have a build up of pressure on your leg whilst taking these awful tablets seek help before the leg breaks as it will the femur is so so painful take care everyone. I stopped taking these tablets after 3 weeks due to pain in my legs and still have it sfter 3 weeks and hoping it will come out of my body soon. Has anyone has this done ? june 2022. Fast forward to 2009. I also broke my hip, which made it even more difficult to do anything at all. they mask the crumbling bones within and only show the outer bone growth, I have decided I really dont want to take these any more but wonder if there are side effects. Im just another person looking for help with my bones, having been told by my doctor that there is no alternative to Alendronic Acid. . HELP! 4. I am diary intolerant. Severe side effects include the following: In rare cases, alendronic acid may cause a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). Its 2.35am here in Kent & I am terrified about what 2moro will bring if I am forced to use AA. The NHS Dentist has ben very negative and created time consuming visits which are difficult for me to arrange because I have decreasing mobility because of MS. No one my GP or the dentist recommended by my GP have given me no warning about the serious side effects of having dental extractions while taking Aldronic Acid. This settled after a few days and I thought no more about it. This study confirms what Savers have known all along: that bisphosphonates are totally ineffective at preventing fractures. I thought that my story was a Seroxat story. Ive been on Alendronic Acid for about ten years, possibly longer. I hope you are ok. Ive only just started on the AA but since my run in with Metoclopramide Im scared to take any drugs now. . And dairy products reach in calcio. Next morning extreme pain in my back and kidney area. My advice is dont risk your health when the adverse effects are so clearly documented. This led me to think I was in Seroxat withdrawal; so convinced, in fact, I was of this that I asked my doctor to contact GSK to see if they had changed the formulation in some way, as I had made no change to my dose. My ears was hurting. Hello Barbara When I initially had a bone scan they said Id have another one after three years, Ive never had another one. Im also having episodes of increased heart rate on a regular basis just from walking a short distance. Some medications may interact with alendronic acid and may cause it not to work effectively. I will make sure I get it. I read the leaflet and decided to google. I am disappointed in my GP who recommended a NHS Dentist in Melcome Avenue, Wemouth. risk of breaking a bone. This helps to improve bone strength and makes the bone less fragile. My worry at the moment is that I need a new crown in my teeth and do not know if this permitted and if I go ahead will it affect the health of my gums. Taking Prednisone now reduced to 15mg per day and apparently it has accelerated progress of cataracts! re the first strange vivid dreams has been my nearest experience. This pain was far worse than the pain I experience withOsteoporosis! l feel I am not listened to andn being my age, Im past bothering about. General Warnings. Your doctor will put into consideration the lifestyle changes youve made. Now I am not sure what to do. Its such a dilemma. Sister told the doc she intends taking Boron. Im very concerned, like you & so many others, about the side effects of AA which I have just started today! This caused the bone to shatter like glass ! I have even had to report my concern and disappointment and lack of care by both my GP and Dentist. I was diagnosed with osteoporosis two weeks ago, so I just took one Sunday. Alendronic acid may put your pregnancy at risk. Alendronic Acid. I have been taking them for about 5 weeks. My bloods were fairly normal although my Vit D was just within normal. I had vivid dreams, some headaches and didnt sleep well to start with. Its essential to take your dose while your body is upright. In particular, the men we talked to felt strongly that there is still insufficient information and awareness about the fact that osteoporosis affects men. I was prescribed Alendronic acid because I had been diagnosed with osteopenia back in 2004. I got a book on osteoporosis from the library and it explained against taking alendronic acid and any other medication that contain biphosphates. As you age, you will notice changes in your body, such as grayed hair, wrinkles, vision problems, and hearing loss. From then on the amount of activity needed to bring on the symptoms became less and less, to where I am now. In the morning (Wednesday) I was not able to zip my jeans, brush my hair or other daily activities. When I showed this to my GP, he said that is not correct and the book was wrong. I have stop taking the drug and will see my GP this week to see what he recomends but after reading so many stories after taking this drug i am reluctant to conti ue taking it specially as i am taking other medications for high blood pressure, tyroid, high pressure of the eyes, high colesterol.etc. If you were prescribed to take 10 mg of alendronic acid, swallow one whole tablet daily. It hurts to walk on my feet. Now, the only exercise I get is pottering around my house or gently along my local high street. While there is no cure for osteoporosis, your doctor will give you a treatment plan like taking medications and lifestyle changes. 33% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 47% reported a negative experience. The pain has travelled to her shins since stopping it. I am also diabetic 2 (no drugs diet only) coeliac (wheat and gluten free. I also ate one energice bar. It works by slowing down the production of the cells that wear down bone (osteoclasts). When zoledronic acid injection is used to treat high blood levels of calcium caused by cancer it is usually given as a single dose. I have done my research an hoping to give up on alendronic and follow the advice in the books. Then one day my body turned to chaos. Am I the only one the suffer from these bad side effects after taking it for the first time. I had a complete hysterectomy 24 years ago but could not tolerate HRT therefore was susceptible to osteoporosis but I had slipped through the net according to my doctor and only got a dexa scan in August 2017. User Reviews for Zoledronic acid to treat Osteoporosis. After reading the patient information leaflet I was hesitant to take medication today. The hospital talking about infusions once a year but still waiting for a appointment. I wont be taking it as I feel I may be able to find a natural alternative. Consult your doctor if you experience such side effects. She had dizzy spells, blackouts, feeling sick etc and doctors said she had Temperol Arteritis. Its harmful if you suddenly stop taking it without a proper assessment from your healthcare provider. I have also been taking Adcal tablets for years. Hello Carol,just been asked to go and see my gp for a talk about having a break from taking alendronic acid.Going next week after taking them for more than ten years.I do remember having a bone scan after three years and the results showed some improvements in my bone density. Pharmaceutical form. She decided to come off the Alendronic AcidShe really has gone downhill. Taking alendronic acid for at least a year can halve your chances of fractures in your wrist, hip, or spine when youve entered the menopausal stage. I had also gone hypothyroid. My story begins in May 2014 when I was 72 and took the first once a week dose of one tablet with a glass of water. I asked how we would know if it wasnt working, and his reply was that it would be having an effect on my bones after six months and the next scan results would indicate an increased bone density, or not. I am 62, healthy and active. If I could try these first what would people recommend and . Took AA on Sunday and the next night I was in so much pain, I couldnt move. But I Need to get an updated DEXA to see how things have progressed. From day one I didnt believe that my body needed them but was told that When your taking steroids the additional meds are also needed & I was told this by more than one GP!!! I tried the Alendronic acid one a week tablet last night and was so unwell that I nearly called an ambulance, my symptoms were very cold ie chattering teeth, pains all over body, sore head,jerking arms and very unsteady on feet, and nausea. I have been told I will have one in 2 years. This medicine is available as a generic drug in oral pill or solution form and under brand names like Fosamax (oral tablet) and Binosto (oral effervescent medication). ). Overdosing may lead to an upset stomach, heartburn, and ulcers. This prompted me to do more research into alendronic acid, but instead of looking up this generic term, I tried the brand name Fosamax. My life coaching business came to nothing I am unable to work. I feel much better and fitter than before. I think its great that we can come in here and discuss how we are feeling. Thank you. Suddenly not taking or stopping this medication may cause severe side effects. I was prescribed AA 70mg one per week and took the first dose on Saturday which gave me such severe joint and muscle pain all over my body within 24-36 hours that I was barely able to walk or stand. Alendronate works by slowing down the cells that break . In 2002 I discovered via the internet that I wasnt desperately ill with an anxiety disorder that only Seroxat could fix. Whoa, I said, I want to do this with diet and exercise. This has come to light since I collapsed in the shower , after complaining of thigh bone pain for over 2 years ! Hi. I am worried about it as it seems to be getting worse. The my neck was hurting. 2019 I went to the Dentist with a broken tooth, she told me after an Xray that she could only pull the tooth out as my jaw was crumbling and she could only offer me dentures from now on. 3. Ulcers or erosions of your esophagus and gut, which include symptoms like severe heartburn, trouble and pain when swallowing, Bone death or damage on your jaw with symptoms like painful or swollen gums, loosening of teeth, numbness and heavy feeling in your jaw, and mouth sores, Unusual bone breaks in your hip and leg bones which is indicated by a dull, aching pain in your hips, groin, or thighs, Damage of bones in your inner ear with symptoms ear pain, ear discharge, or infection, Swelling in the eyes which have signs like blurred vision, painful or red eyes. So I duly took the AA70, now on third month. Taking alendronic acid can help if you have, or are at risk of developing, osteoporosis. Stopped now. I too, was prescribed this drug as, my poor mother had developed osteoporosis very badly. Never in my life have I read as many horror stories and am dumbfounded that medication like this is still being prescribed. I left the surgery with a diagnosis of being on the edge of a clinical depression and a prescription for Seroxat. Want to take back controle before I find myself surrendering myself to more drugs. Because of how I tend to react and my blood test results, I thought I would research the new meds first and Im now very pleased that I did. Ive only had one tablet of the Alendronic Acid yesterday, but seem to have quite a few of the side effects so wont have another again, and am miffed to see that people have problems for weeks even after one tablet. You can, however, lie down after youve eaten your first meal of the day. 2. I have been put on prednisone and even though my bones are ok I have been prescribed AA as prednisone destroys bones. Like to leave a reply to louise bird It was all around my upper body. Related Compound Libraries. Alendronate works similarly to other bisphosphonate drugs like risedronate, ibandronate, zoledronic acid, pamidronate, and etidronate. 74, fractured hip. A blood test followed and the inflammation was evident in the test, but I did not test positive for RA which I was worried about. However, below are early signs of osteoporosis: Please see your doctor if your family has a history of osteoporosis to assess your risk. Your body naturally breaks down old bones and replaces them with new bone tissues to support your skeletal system throughout life. Reading all above, i think i will put myself on a little break, just to see if there is a difference in my condition overall. I ran on a treadmill for twenty minutes and I could push my weight in kilos on the leg press. She doesnt have osteoporosis. The doctors do say though that we should let them know if we have any. https://www.druglawsuitsource.com/canada-fosamax-lawsuits-settled/ I am 62 and expected some challenges at my age but this has been a shock! does newark airport have a centurion lounge; como pagar solo un mes de powtoon; michael burry wife picture; key performance indicators in nursing education. It was so frightening my partner called for an ambulance and I was taken to the local hospital, where they hid me in a side room to let me sit and jerk in private. Drinking alcohol for about two standards per day may increase your risk of bone fractures. The side effect possibilities worry me. This medicine is available as a generic drug in oral pill or solution form and under brand names like Fosamax (oral tablet) and Binosto (oral effervescent . Does anyone know the scientific evidence for Alendronic acid and what it does to the body that makes so many people feel achy and dizzy? 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