Do not just stop taking alendronic acid without your doctors approval. I took the tab yesterday &.the strange & heavy uneven rhythm actually woke me up last night. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Consult your doctor if you experience such side effects. Due to Covid I only had a telephone consult with an Endocrinologist. 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. 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. Postmenopausal osteoporosis. 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. Ive just read your post on this thread about Alendronic Acid & was hoping you might share your naturopathic bone protocol supplementation with me. My appointment is on the 23rd August 1017 and I am now very concerned. Re: Can't take another alendronic acid. Like just for a moment I couldnt remember where I kept my masking tape. My doctor went through the results with me and told me I needed to take alendronic acid. The wierd thing is that none of my upper teeth seem to have been affected by it. I have spent the past 4 hrs reading up on this medication and these reviews! I had open heart surgery at the end of December and didnt take the alendronate for a couple of weeks and coincidentally the swelling went I thought maybe it was caused by fluid build up due to my heart condition and thats why it was better. Please tell your doctor if youre pregnant or planning to before taking this drug. Your doctor will put into consideration the lifestyle changes youve made. Alendronate works by slowing down the cells that break . Then in early November I started to feel strange again. 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. This full head pain is extremely bad. Since taking it I have a painful jaw,dry mouth and severe constipation, bloated stomach and a general,feeling of being unwell I spoke to my GP a few weeks ago about my painful jaw and he told me this was quite common and to carry on taking it but. If I apply pressure on my face in front of my ear, the ear pain lessens. I am diary intolerant. I succumbed.About 6 weeks of taking it, I developed severe right hip and femur pain and jaw pain. judy. Below are the most common things you can do to care for your bones after you stop taking alendronic acid: You probably want to get rid of taking alendronic acid as soon as possible and do the natural way of treatment to avoid serious side effects in the future. Some years later she was in terrible pain and her doctor wouldnt believe me when i said that i thought her hips were dying. I read the leaflet and decided to google. Without the support of new bone tissues, your bones become more porous and fragile, making you prone to bone fractures. I have had osteoarthritis for twenty years, and was diagnosed as as having osteopenia 7 years ago. Make sure the spinach is cooked to get rid of the oxylates which inhibit calcium absorbtion; so cook your spinach. Next morning extreme pain in my back and kidney area. Took AA on Sunday and the next night I was in so much pain, I couldnt move. This is a vile drug dangerous and should be pulled from market to protect any future victims. I really think the doctors for whatever reason are unable to tell people to eat right and exercise i.e. HI all I fractured my wrist in October had a dxa scan and was told I had osteoporosis. Im 62. This was on top of my usual activity levels. In the meantime her teeth fell outliterally fell outwhat on earth was happening. Please check with your doctor before stopping taking alendronic acid and switching to alternative treatments. I have even had to report my concern and disappointment and lack of care by both my GP and Dentist. I had to ask the doctor at hospital when I went for gluten test and results. The next day I felt very ill. 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). This settled after a few days Thank you for your comment. It can worsen the side effects of alendronic acid in your stomach and prevent the drug from working. Went to ER did EKG and blood work. Thus, it helps increase bone density, reduce the risk of bone fractures, and treat osteoporosis. In 2002 I discovered via the internet that I wasnt desperately ill with an anxiety disorder that only Seroxat could fix. In my diary I have written that I felt lightheaded, as if I wasnt getting enough oxygen, and that my arms and head were fizzing. I hd bone density DXA scan scan in 2010 and was told i had I have just taken my first one and reading this forum is really interesting. Looking back over the past four years of this journey, I realised that whenever I took any other tablets my symptoms worsened dramatically. 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. the pain in my muscles and bones is unbearable, chills, last I had night sweat, my stomach was bloated, acid reflex and the headache along with my jaw ache wont go away. 1. Hi,all these comments are really helping me to decide not to take anymore Alendronic Acid,I had my Dexa scan September 2017 and was diognosed with Osteoporosis and prescribed AA and Cal D3. I still do not feel right and have added pain, although a bit better than it was. 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. The hygienist cleaned my teeth a few weeks ago. Carole, you say you were meant to have another scan in 3 years, that is disgraceful that you have not had this. Ive only just started on the AA but since my run in with Metoclopramide Im scared to take any drugs now. A big thank you to all. 3. But you have to read the instructions carefully. Anyhow, if anyone knows what whip lash feels like, this is worse. 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. I woke up, called my doctor to make sure it was safe to take with a few broken ribs, and I was told yes. I am 62. It hurts to walk on my feet. Thank you. It was the most frightening and totally incomprehensible thing to have no control over my limbs at all but as I sit and write this, I realise it has become totally familiar. 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? She is having pain in her legs, hips and groin. This is just too weird. Qualitative and quantitative composition. Im considering ringing the hospital myself to see if I can have one done. I too am very healthy woman 67, play golf dance swim walk, so I was upset to be told I had osteoporosis. My Seroxat story is classic and a repeat of so many other peoples. Please talk to your doctor about this. 1. Filter by condition. Alendronic acid contains an active ingredient, alendronate sodium, a bisphosphonate. Your body naturally breaks down old bones and replaces them with new bone tissues to support your skeletal system throughout life. I will never take drugs like yours again. Today is Wednesday! She is currently in a lot of pain when she walks. So I have decided that it must be the alendronic acid and I have stopped taking them its making my life unbearable. P- 816.454.0622 | life expectancy calculator with medical conditions. To summarise, my probs appear to be muscular. I thought I was intelligent and assertive enough that it couldnt possibly happen to me a second time. I was put on alendronic acid weekly and vitamin d and calcium twice a day . If it is common for headaches, dizzy spells and blackout reportsshouldnt this concern those that live alone, for both GP and patient? I reported the effect the drug had on me to the MHRA. 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. I asked her how long wil it take for the fosamax to leave my body, and when will this pain stop. Dr David Brownstein has written, and talked on YouTube on this subject. Hi Judith I dont know if these problems have been caused by the AA, but Im now thinking that I should stop taking it and see if my symptoms resolve. 65 fatalities, 1,292 musculoskeletal disorders, 651 poisonings, 2,537 gastrointestinal disorders. I have no side effects whatsoever and did not have a problem starting them as my cancer care has been excellent. Stopped AA & CAL3D immediately!! I was left on Seroxat for 15 years and wonder if it is the reason I know have Neuropathy. This settled after a few days and I thought no more about it. Store the tablet, oral solution, or oral effervescent form of alendronic acid as directed in its packaging. 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. Fast forward to 2008. Hi everyone I thought my diziness and muscle ache and a light pain in my abdomen when i took Alendronic Acid was just me, now reading all the comments I can see it is a common theme. Osteoporosis can be prevented. I was prescribed Alendronic acid because I had been diagnosed with osteopenia back in 2004. 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. I am interested about the post that said you should only really take for 2 years does anyone else have info on this. What else can I do to improve my post.menopausal condition? Took my 1st AA 2 days ago, since then Ive had constant stomachache, feel exhausted, and tired, and shivering. My ears was hurting. I thought, as I was 53 and just into the menopause, it would be sensible to have my bones scanned and was shocked to be told I too have osteoporosis in the spine. Also does anyone know what element of AA gives you the aches and pains so that I know if it will be safer for me to take the Risedronate please? My lower teeth started getting loose and getting cavities to the point where , in 2011 I had to have the last remaining 6 lower teeth pulled and dentures made. I had investigated alendronic acid on the internet. Have other peoples side effects, particularly bone and muscle pain gone away after discontinuing this drug. I am 70 and keep fit by walking everywhere. 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. Armed with more natural solutions which I have been taking anyway but paying more attention now. Stop taking your alendronic acid yes like you I been taking AA for about 2yrs in this time I have had a dry mouth enough to think Im going to lose all my teeth at the time . Their non-medical use was to soften water in irrigation systems used in orange groves. Take ALENDRONIC ACID as prescribed. 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. I have done my research an hoping to give up on alendronic and follow the advice in the books. 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. Newsletter archive, Data Based Medicine Global Ltd. Maybe tomorrow I will get better direction from the physician. If I apply pressure to my temples, my headache lessens. Their mode of action is to disrupt normal bone remodeling, which . I had a scan 6 months ago and have osteoporosis. So after a bit of Internet research and finding this site, I will no longer be taking either drug. I have now vowed NOT to take another tablet, after all at my age, I feel I have nothing to lose! It is relevant at this point to say that my sister lives in Australia which has different prescribing criteria. I am going down the route of continuing my swimming with a healthy diet some weight bearing Zumba step exercises. If you missed a dose, take it the following day and do not double take it to avoid overdosing. The test showed that I now have osteopenia, but could never get off alendronic as it is due to gluten. Im now in my 70s and am doing my best to stay out of a wheelchair. Researching I came across Dr Rex Newnham, his story is very interesting, look him up he has written several books re osteoporosis/arthritis, treating them naturally with borax/boron. I am now using a Naturopathic Bone Protocol supplentation for building bones. They are ok and work fine for first few years ! On research I found there has been class law suits against the manufacturer of this drug in Canada. I took my first Alendronic acid tablet last Sunday. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. Two hours later, I finally could eat, and drink. . GP is arranging for a bone scan . Muscle pain all the time hot sweats but put that down to menapause each time going to doctors about my symptoms only to be told the good will out way the bad Iike hell did it only at the end of july I was walking minding my own business with friends in torquay on holiday 1 day into my holiday I was crossing the road &my leg broke in front of me so I sustained a femur fracture due to AA which has been confirmed twice it was the AA that has caused this I have now come off them my sweats have stopped along with the others symptoms all stopped all off most I put down to a long menapause. jerky muscles. She was told her bones were fine but should continue on Alendronic Acid. I called my doctor and spoke with the nurse. The pain has travelled to her shins since stopping it. So whats the point, it sounds like poison. Hi. Ive taken a covid test because these days thats what you do if you feel ill at all. Thanks. 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. 4. the shaking could be from one of the new meds, but it started slightly in the summer. And of course I couldnt exercise, so taking the drug seemed suddenly very important. But its come to my attention that long term , Alendronic Acid/Colecalciferol Mylan was developed as a 'generic medicine'. I feel much better and fitter than before. I was prescribed alendronic acid 1x weekly. The side effects of this drug are well documented and you can see them at :- 4 days after my 6th dose, I woke up in the night with right hip pain. Suddenly not taking or stopping this medication may cause severe side effects. As I was searching through my kitchen drawers, it came to me. I have osteopenia aged 58 and my sister has osteoporosis aged 65, she was prescribed Alendronic Acid with similar side effects. 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 260m+ Visitors. 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. It got better in the day, but flared up at night for a few nights, then resolved. Itching in my left shoulder/arm, have gained weight and my mood has changed. My body jerked violently and out of control for hours. The doctors do say though that we should let them know if we have any. As things are at the moment I have a good healthy, natural, milky diet. Where do you live Jane hope you dont mind me asking. All Rights Reserved. Take care, Tom. These strange sensations coursing through my body continued for a couple of weeks, but I carried on into December going to the gym, singing in two choirs, building my new life coaching business and generally preparing for Christmas. I ran on a treadmill for twenty minutes and I could push my weight in kilos on the leg press. I also went willingly and happily to the gym twice a week and did weekly pilates. Abstract. Dentist now tells me my teeth are not strong enough to hold a bridge again. My entire body jerked violently as if I was having an epileptic fit, but I was conscious throughout. As I sat up from the bed my head started to pound. How to take alendronic acid Alendronic acid is a drug used for the treatment of osteoporosis. Really concerned as Ive never ever had bowel problems!!!! Following breast cancer they want me to take Aromatase Inhibitor along with a Biphosphonate Clondronate or Zolendronic so my question to everyone out there will these other biphosphonates result in similar pain? Bisphosphonates to treat bone weakness caused by prostate cancer that has spread to the 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. Until recently I only took my Thyroid med. I felt so incredibly ill the next day. When my doctor told me emphatically that I couldnt build my bones with diet and exercise alone, I reluctantly said ok, but I want to take strontium. As soon as I told the duty doctor it was a possible drug clash, I sensed he immediately lost interest. It may put you at risk of jaw bone damage. 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