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. I was prescribed alendronic acid 1x weekly. I didnt like what I saw. I wanted to mention to you that Ive just watched a video by Dr Jorge Flechas, called Reverse Osteoporosis with Boron. I have done my research an hoping to give up on alendronic and follow the advice in the books. 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. If you were prescribed to take 10 mg of alendronic acid, swallow one whole tablet daily. Have other peoples side effects, particularly bone and muscle pain gone away after discontinuing this drug. My walking is less than a quarter of what it was, but that could be due to a herinated disc. However, the tablets are poorly absorbed, with less than 1 per cent of the dose being taken . My GP suggested that I take another brand but I cannot risk it. Even a couple of paracetamol would make me ill. And of course I was already taking Seroxat, albeit a very small amount. judy. I felt pressurised to take it saying that I would suffer as I get older if I didnt take it but I am now wondering if it really does any good. I wonder if it might be something that could help you Ive attached the link to the video below. Drinking alcohol for about two standards per day may increase your risk of bone fractures. The last two weeks I have felt terribly sick, not eaten much had terrible bloated stomach, one Sunday I felt so ill I had to do a 111 saw a medical person and was given a thorough test being told everthing was ok, I had put it all down to my gallbladder which it wasnt. I hate taking meds and wonder if I should stop Alendronic acid. I have even had to report my concern and disappointment and lack of care by both my GP and Dentist. Its now Friday and still feeling joint pain all over my back, its lessened but it seems to have moved from my right to left side? You could suffer from much weaker bones and severe fractures without proper care. It has given me bad acid reflux. Yet we women know when something is not right we seek help only to be fobbed off by stupid replys from doctors only to get rid of us . Bisphosphonates such as alendronic acid help halt this process by reducing the rate of bone breakdown. Shirley David from Milton had been taking Alendronic acid for 11 years. I was not aware until yesterday that Alendronic could be the cause. Hi just wondering how your getting on with the alendrolic acid? The efficacy of this approach is enhanced by aminobisphosphonates such as zoledronic acid and alendronic acid, both of which promote the accumulation of stimulatory phosphoantigens in target cells. Think Im off to GP to hear her thoughts!!! I would demand one straight away. But, remember that without medications, you have to supply your body with enough nutrients and exercise to support and strengthen bone growth. mrs winners biscuit recipe. Not sure what i was given 2 years ago but only took it for 4 weeks then came off. Even before Fosamax was introduced in 1995 as a superior osteoporosis treatment, jaw osteonecrosis has been linked to the bisphosphonate drug family. Hospital June 2014 Spine-2.5 Hip -0.9. In April 2010 I went back to my gym routine, and within a few weeks the second jerking episode occurred. However, below are early signs of osteoporosis: Please see your doctor if your family has a history of osteoporosis to assess your risk. Food, mineral water, and other beverages may interrupt your body from absorbing the medicine. Hi everyone.I am new to this forum.I started taking Alendronic acid for the first time yesterday.I have had a bone density scan which shows i have oesteoporosis.I am 59 years old,considered myself quite fit until last June,I have read the side effects of these tablets and what other people have put about them.I am quite scared about taking anymore.I felt fine yesterday after taking mu first . When and how you take alendronic acid can affect whether it will work or not. 25 yrs later Ive had a Dexa scan and was told my spine was crumbling and the reading was far worse than the worst possible. The PA was baffled. She was told her bones were fine but should continue on Alendronic Acid. Has anyone has this done ? When i DID start researching, after being on these meds for about a year I decided the risk just wasnt worth the POSSIBLE gain and stopped taking it. Alendronic Acid is prescribe to counteract the effects of Entzalutamide, which can thin the bones. Please tell your doctor if youre pregnant or planning to before taking this drug. Taking alendronic acid can help if you have, or are at risk of developing, osteoporosis. I left the surgery with a diagnosis of being on the edge of a clinical depression and a prescription for Seroxat. Name of the medicinal product. Ive only taken one tablet going to speak to Dr tomorrow. This vitamin helps your bones absorb more calcium. I will never take drugs like yours again. Im not going to take another one and just hope these pains gradually wear off. I hd bone density DXA scan scan in 2010 and was told i had When I got to see the next doctor in September 2012, I thought I was still telling a Seroxat story. I think I will investigate more about Boron like the reviewer above. I do wonder if all of this is as a result of being on Seroxat for so long. Postmenopausal osteoporosis. From day one my tummy was not happy & after 8 weeks I suddenly became severely constipated (Literally overnight !!!) I was told I had osteoporosis in 2004 and was put on Fosamax for about 6 months after which I was switched to Actonel. The hospital talking about infusions once a year but still waiting for a appointment. Took AA on Sunday and the next night I was in so much pain, I couldnt move. 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. Next morning extreme pain in my back and kidney area. On the third dose I took the tablet with a glass of water as usual and as it was 6.30am I decided to take the lurcher I was looking after for a longish walk (as you cant sit down once you had taken the tablet). Put on strong doses of steroids. Dr David Brownstein has written, and talked on YouTube on this subject. It is a condition when you have fragile bones, making you prone to bone fractures or breaks from daily activities such as walking or standing. I do have quite a high reading of osteoporosos but I feel I need to know what it really does to the body. Since things improved I kept taking the medication. There is a phrase called the patient financial profile which is the profit made from an illness or disease or condition without the patient either getting cured or dying. Went to ER did EKG and blood work. Hi, I am 47 years old and recently found out I have osteopenia every where and osteoprosis in on of my hips. Alendronate (alendronic acid) is a nitrogen-containing bisphosphonate which binds to bone surfaces and inhibits bone resorption by osteoclasts. My body jerked violently and out of control for hours. Bisphosphonates are often the first treatment you'll be offered if you have weaker bones. Ive read your article and the comments with deep interest and concern. There are 8,218 reported reactions, bear in mind many dont report the side effects to the Yellow Card Scheme. There are over 200 million people worldwide who have osteoporosis. She is very upset as to how this medication has impacted her. I also broke my hip, which made it even more difficult to do anything at all. 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. September 2020 Diagnosed with PMR & prescribed Prednisolone + ADCAL3D +Alendronic Acid. Make sure the spinach is cooked to get rid of the oxylates which inhibit calcium absorbtion; so cook your spinach. I had another Dxa scan. Now my story is about alendronic acid and the slow but sure decline of my health and fitness. From then on the amount of activity needed to bring on the symptoms became less and less, to where I am now. HELP! 2 weeks later I have joint pain in my elbows like broken glass and have pins and needles in my arms and fingers. My mother is 83 and has been on this drug for over twenty years with only one bone scan. I dont know if this is due to alendronic acid or the letrozole I am taking for breast cancer. 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. jaw ? My idea of a short walk had always been an hour and a half in the woods with my dog my favourite footwear was my walking boots. 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. P- 816.454.0622 | life expectancy calculator with medical conditions. The first indication I had that something was amiss was in September 2009 I took three anti-sickness pills and had some very strange reactions. I was able to see a neurologist fairly quickly, and he concurred with my thoughts that it was probably Seroxat clashing with the anti-sickness tablets (metaclopromide) I had taken in September, and therefore a one-off event. My lower face is completely swollen on the left side. However, your doctor will mostly recommend you at least take the drug for three years to benefit from it for a long time. After reading this negative press about AA, I refused to take it. I had also gone hypothyroid. I have been taking alendronic acid and adcal D3 for several months, since starting these drugs I have developed a very dry sore mouth and tongue with much reduced flow of saliva, also I have much reduced sense of taste. Nothing too spectacular to report. I have gone downhill and increased weight. But I just couldnt describe it as you have. 20 mile house bernadette 0533 929 10 81; best time to visit kodiak island info@reklamcnr.com; grateful dead from the vault box set caner@reklamcnr.com; athens high school basketball roster reklamcnr20@gmail.com Zoledronic acid comes as a solution (liquid) to inject into a vein over at least 15 minutes. This was long ago and it was a new drug but the GMC told my GP that yes there was a slight risk of an allergic reaction to it. I had settled on a very low dose of Seroxat, enough to keep withdrawal at bay but not enough to have a therapeutic effect, because I didnt need one. re the first strange vivid dreams has been my nearest experience. I compared it with strontium ranelate, which was the drug my sister was taking, and the strontium appeared to have better results. Alendronic Acid. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. My doctor didn't mention the gastrointestinal issues when prescribing Alendronic acid and neither did she mention alternative ways of improving my situation. The side effects are horrific. 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. Like just for a moment I couldnt remember where I kept my masking tape. I just started my first pill of fosamax 70 yesterday. Im 62. I Have been taking Alendronic Acid Tablets for 11 months now. I have had osteoarthritis for twenty years, and was diagnosed as as having osteopenia 7 years ago. Healthy lifestyle choices, such as not smoking or misusing substances, also decrease your . 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. my Dr. told me she did not want me to take the Alendronic Acid because it would loosen my teeth. Needless to say I will never take another one and I would like to know whether anyone knows how long Alendronic Acid takes to leave the system. This prompted me to do more research into alendronic acid, but instead of looking up this generic term, I tried the brand name Fosamax. who told me it could be one of many things. Very useful thread this thanks everyone. I have no side effects whatsoever and did not have a problem starting them as my cancer care has been excellent. I was put on alendronic acid weekly and vitamin d and calcium twice a day . You must take your dose on the same day each week. She had breast cancer over 5 years ago and had a fall recently and broke her wrist. Six hours later, left jaw joint tightness, nerves in teeth/jaw became sensitive (lasted a day), runny stools, dry mouth, calf cramps (at night). I stopped taking alendronic acid straight away and now wake every morning in the hope that there might be some improvement in my condition. She was a keen walker and is feeling very worried. 3 months ago 43 Replies. I also found a naturally sourced alternative to the calcium, which is much easier to digest, but its not as strong. It hurts to walk on my feet. I am 62 and expected some challenges at my age but this has been a shock! Ive just read your post on this thread about Alendronic Acid & was hoping you might share your naturopathic bone protocol supplementation with me. My body has been achy since starting them but after taking the A A on Sunday l have been in agony the aches in my joints and my hips have been unbearable and the numbness in my hands and fingers. I have been put on prednisone and even though my bones are ok I have been prescribed AA as prednisone destroys bones. As a follow up to my earlier post, on Feb 21st 2021, I am still experiencing side effects as a result of the ingestion of 1 biphosphonate Alendronic Acid 70g tablet on Sunday Feb 2nd. Alendronate works by slowing down the cells that break . This helps to improve bone strength and makes the bone less fragile. This is a condition that causes your bones to get weaker and be more likely to break. 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? Im not really happy with the idea of another pill so asked what would happen if I didnt take them and she said I dont know ! Everything was find. I am aldo taking Calcio with vitamin-D 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. Singing, to my deep distress, is now out of the question, along with all the other active things I loved to do. If you suddenly stop taking the drug, you might experience severe side effects, putting you at high risk of more bone fractures. 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. I shall be bringing these reviews to my GPs attention AND a refusal to even take the first dose! They did prescribe adcal calcium/vit d and felt so ill which I thought was these drugs causing it but it wasnt it is intolerance to calcium which I was told when I had my bone scan is quite common. The my neck was hurting. I was, in fact, part of a community of Seroxat users who like me were struggling to understand what had happened to them. Im 54 years old and after having a Dexa scan, was told that I have Osteoporosis. My life coaching business came to nothing I am unable to work. Your doctor might recommend you take other drugs 30 minutes after taking alendronic acid. cant belive my GP gave me these awful tablets . Typically, doctors recommend taking osteoporosis medication for 3-5 years. It is commonly prescribed to treat patients with bone issues like osteoporosis and Pagets disease. Im very concerned and unsure what to do? risk of breaking a bone. No other cause but the medicine . It got better in the day, but flared up at night for a few nights, then resolved. 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. Hello very interested in everyones comments, I was put on alendronic acid tablets two years ago since I had osteoporosis in the hips. Fast forward to 2008. I better print your reviews kind people & put them before my GP & the Liver Consultant who suggested bisphosphonates in the first place!! I am 55 years old female and took 1 70mg dose of Alendronic Acid 2 weeks ago after being diagnosed with osteoporosis after a Dexa scan. This pain was far worse than the pain I experience withOsteoporosis! It begins as minor dental problems and can escalate to permanent jaw damage. However, it is not known to cause cancer or increase in blood pressure. alendronic acid has destroyed my life The highest quality of care for individuals with developmental disabilities. I was put on alendronic acid 70mg and in 2013 AA scares me to death as 4 months after taking it I seem to have a continues dry sort throat ( weirded really) so I feel I dont want to take it anymore at my age anyway 75. Hi, Ive just been reading through some of the comments as I too have concerns over Alendronic acid tablets. I felt so incredibly ill the next day. Twin Research Aug 2005 Spine -2.9 Hip -1.3. DICE Dental International Congress and Exhibition. 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. As a consequence, my Dr prescribed Alendronic Acid 70mg. I would say) I was suddenly aware of my mouth being transformed into a state where I was unable to move my lips and then my jaw at all. 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. She decided to come off the Alendronic AcidShe really has gone downhill. Stopped alendronic acid for two years during which time I broke my femur in 2014. Alendronic acid is a type of medicine called a bisphosphonate. I had to ask the doctor at hospital when I went for gluten test and results. What else can I do to improve my post.menopausal condition? sex. It is commonly prescribed to treat patients with bone issues like osteoporosis and Paget's disease . This was before I started checking and researching EVERY drug I was told I needed. Alendronic Acid Has Destroyed My Life. Started on Fosamax l6 years ago. Qualitative and quantitative composition. I was told i had Oesteoporosis of the spine with high risk of a fracture. I chose the infusions and, after two infusions, the Pagets was seen to be in remission. jerky muscles. Ive only just started on the AA but since my run in with Metoclopramide Im scared to take any drugs now. http://www.drugwatch.com/fosamax/osteonecrosis/, Fosamax is linked to osteonecrosis, or bone death, of the jaw. Osteoporosis can be prevented. amazonamazon I thought I was intelligent and assertive enough that it couldnt possibly happen to me a second time. Stopped now. Extra C/D also. The whole remit of Western medicine is to treat symptoms without curing, so that long term profits can be made. I am not in your age group Jane bit I can appreciate Yor feeling left out. I have also been taking Adcal tablets for years. 2023 The Heart & Brain. I am posting this to try and help other , from being in the same situation that I have been in for last 5 months . Also taking into account that I have & still do.Lead a very active & healthy lifestyle! My 76yr old mom has taken 7 AA tablets and it has cause her hip, leg and groin pain that has become quite severe. I cant believe the drug companies perscribe this medicine knowing what t doesTo patients,me included I have had the same side effects . If I could try these first what would people recommend and . The side effects are bone pain, joint pain and bruising, numbness in the face and lips. So I still have not gotten ANY doctor to tell me that the osteo drugs were what CAUSED this but I dont see any other possible cause. Home; About. I attributed this to having a 12 hour car ride and driving 6 out of 12 hours. Once a week at the same time. Im going to stop taking Alendronic acid. 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. However for the past couple of months the left lower side of my face has been continuously swollen and my family have finally noticed. I read the leaflet and decided to google. I have been taking A.A for about 9/10 months. Angry moment! Now have constant There is nothing I can do to stop the shoulder pain, and lower jaw pain, or the chills I get. Eventually, I Started Pilates and regular walking. I had to stop immediately and was plunged in to full blown menopause, which has been hell ever since. If prostate cancer spreads to the bones, the cancer can damage them and cause pain. Im 59 and have a very physical job which involves a lot of walking, and I was told by a clinician when I first started treatment that it cant help the spine anyway! She has stopped the tablets. Eventually I asked to see a movement disorder specialist, as by this time I was convinced I must have some dreadful neurological problem. Its essential to take your dose while your body is upright. I decided to stop. Some medications may interact with alendronic acid and may cause it not to work effectively. I will come back in a few weeks and let you guys know if I have any strange side effects. I urge you to Look into his work for yourselves. She was put on Alendronic acid as she had a fall broke her wrist and has had breast cancer. Cyclophosphamide (NSC-26271, Cytoxan) Monohydrate is a nitrogen mustard alkylating agent, it attaches the alkyl group to the guanine base of DNA, shown to crosslink DNA, causing strand breakage and . I hope you are ok. I have had several extrane simpthoms after taking alendronic and had to give it up due to a dental treatment. Like a lot of people I was researching AA70 when I came across this group. I have now vowed NOT to take another tablet, after all at my age, I feel I have nothing to lose! I expect only the shareholders are enthusiastic about it! So I duly took the AA70, now on third month. muscles ache, no energy, depression. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. I have had GCA for ten years now and as the result of the last of three relapses agreed to take 3mg of predisolone for the foreseeable future. Hi, my story is very similar but I only found out today that Alendronic Acid has caused my dental problems. My advice is dont risk your health when the adverse effects are so clearly documented. But first, you should learn more about osteoporosis. Hi Everyone I am 62, healthy and active. Your body naturally breaks down old bones and replaces them with new bone tissues to support your skeletal system throughout life. but from the start have not felt well, stabbing pains dental probs,aching joints,My dentist referred me to a specialist to have 3 teeth removed,but i lost it in the chair so scared ! A few people felt that that there needed to be greater awareness of osteoporosis amongst the general public, with more information easily available in GP surgeries. Its been a nightmare for four weeks weeks. Stopped AA & CAL3D immediately!! I suggested, because of the Seroxat link, that I might be sent to a Seroxat specialist. Many thanks for all your comments re Alendronic Acid, these have been most helpful in my decision to take this drug. Now its probable to be loosing my teeth and I live on social security and am very afraid that my dental health has been irrevocably damaged by this drug. Im considering ringing the hospital myself to see if I can have one done. Fast forward to 2009. 33% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 47% reported a negative experience. Does anyone know if theres a link between the 2 drugs or if theres a suitable alternative? 31m+ Orders Delivered. Thank you. Get the link to download App. In 2002 I discovered via the internet that I wasnt desperately ill with an anxiety disorder that only Seroxat could fix. I was going through a traumatic time at age 45 yrs and was diagnosed with hypothyroidism, the menopause and depression all at the same time. Had another car ride, but then it flared up again, sometimes I limped all morning. Should there be a next time I will follow my own advice as I believe we all know our own bodies to a degree of course & I will follow my gut instinct!!! To summarise, my probs appear to be muscular. Related Compound Libraries. I was diagnosed with osteoporosis two weeks ago, so I just took one Sunday. Peripheral neuropathy in the hands and fingers. 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