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alendronate

This medication is indicated in post-menopausal women with osteoporosis (bone disorder in which bones become weak) to prevent fractures in them.

Contradications

Alendronate is contraindicated in following conditions:

  • Low vitamin D levels.
  • Low amount of calcium in the blood.
  • Atrial fibrillation.
  • Inflammation of esophagus.

Side effects

Patients using this medication may at times experience oesophageal ulcers, abdominal pain, and dyspepsia (indigestion). If you experience any of these symptoms for a long period of time, consult your doctor immediately.

Expert Advice

  • For oral use only.
  • Please store alendronate at room temperature away from direct heat and sunlight. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
  • Do not increase the dose yourself, use according to your doctor’s prescription.

FAQs

Is there any activity that we are to refrain from while using this medicine?

You are strictly not allowed to lie down after taking the medicine, as this would urge the medicine towards the mouth and cause irritation and inflammation over there.

Is it safe for pregnant females to use this medicine?

No, it is contraindicated during pregnancy.

Does it have any effect on hair growth?

Hair fall is a very common side effect of using this medicine, but make sure to bring this to your doctor’s notice when the situation exaggerates.

Can this medicine affect my ability at work?

This medicine might make you drowsy and lethargic for a while, so avoid doing activities that require a lot of energy.

Is hair loss a side effect of alendronate?

Hair loss is a very rare side effect of alendronate.

Medicines containing alendronate

Drate 70mg

By S.J. & G. Fazul Ellahie

Pack size: 4

Rs.750

Adronate 10mg

By Jinnah Pharma

Pack size: 10

Rs.360

Albonate 10mg

By Albro

Pack size: 10

Rs.414

Albonate 70mg

By Albro

Pack size: 10

Rs.1500

Alendrate 10mg

By Global Pharma

Pack size: 10

Rs.154

Alendrate 70mg

By Global Pharma

Pack size: 10

Rs.890

Alendrate 70mg

By Global Pharma

Pack size: 4

Rs.356

Alendroflex 10mg

By Novins

Pack size: 10

Rs.190

Alendroflex 70mg

By Novins

Pack size: 10

Rs.1000

Alendroflex 70mg

By Novins

Pack size: 4

Rs.308

Bismax 10mg

By Delux

Pack size: 10

Rs.190

Bonafide 70mg

By Medisure

Pack size: 10

Rs.800

Bonate 70mg

By Wilshire

Pack size: 10

Rs.360

Bonate 10mg

By Wilshire

Pack size: 10

Rs.100

Bonemed 10mg

By Medicraft

Pack size: 10

Rs.240

Bonemed 70mg

By Medicraft

Pack size: 10

Rs.690

Bonfit 10mg

By Searle

Pack size: 1x10's

Rs.200

Bonfit 70mg

By Searle

Pack size: 1x4's

Rs.363.53

Bongard 10mg

By Pharm Evo

Pack size: 10

Rs.200

Bongard 70mg

By Pharm Evo

Pack size: 4

Rs.300

Bonpart 10mg

By Barrett

Pack size: 10

Rs.158.11

Bonpart 70mg

By Barrett

Pack size: 4

Rs.460

Bostrong 10mg

By PDH

Pack size: 10

Rs.164.5

Bostrong 70mg

By PDH

Pack size: 10

Rs.360

Drate 10mg

By S.J. & G. Fazul Ellahie

Pack size: 10

Rs.135

Firmofos 10mg

By Zafa

Pack size: 10

Rs.30.86

Firmofos 70mg

By Zafa

Pack size: 4

Rs.500

Fosamax 10mg

By OBS

Pack size: 1x10's

Rs.0

Fosamax 70mg

By OBS

Pack size: 1x4's

Rs.2383.56

Fronate 70mg

By Pearl

Pack size: 4

Rs.379

Geonic 10mg

By Shaf

Pack size: 10

Rs.360

Geonic 70mg

By Shaf

Pack size: 10

Rs.690

Lendra 70mg

By Lowitt

Pack size: 4

Rs.600

Maxbon 70mg

By RG Pharma

Pack size: 10

Rs.800

Orthonate 70mg

By Schazoo Pharmaceuticals

Pack size: 4

Rs.600