The bottom line
An update on the evidence of how Plaquenil, Fosamax and other common systemic drugs affect the eyes
He is an assistant professor of Fosamax (alendronate) is a prescription drug that's used for bone conditions such as osteoporosis
Most of these side effects are minor, like slight dryness or itchiness
Fosamax side effects
According to the medication package insert, the recommended starting dosages are one 10 mg tablet once daily or a 70 mg tablet or oral solution once weekly
If these side effects occur, they typically do so within one to three days of the infusion
swelling of the neck
This medicine may also be used to increase bone mass in men who have osteoporosis, and in men and women to prevent and treat osteoporosis caused by long-term use of Eye problems with Fosomax
Back pain in people with osteoporosis can be the result of a loss of bone mass or an indication of a compression fracture in the vertebrae of the spine
Call your doctor right away if you have serious side effects with Fosamax
blurry vision; eye infections; long-term For oral dosage forms (liquid or tablets): For treatment of corticosteroid-induced osteoporosis: Adults—5 milligrams (mg) once a day at least 30 minutes before the first food or drink of the day other than water
Some side effects might be noticed right away after taking a new medication
Osteoporosis affects men and women of all races
(A drug class is a group of Alendronate is a potent inhibitor of bone resorption and is most commonly used in the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis
5,6 Adverse effects include upper gastrointestinal tract complaints such as dyspepsia, heartburn, vomiting, dysphagia, esophageal reflux, and esophageal ulceration and strictures
There are 102,220 people reported to have side effects when taking Fosamax
lower back or side pain
lack or loss of strength
If you have abnormal calcium levels, there are ways to fix these imbalances
Vertigo
As such, females at risk for stroke or blood clots should not take this medication
These include: delayed wound healing
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients
This type of glaucoma may occur in two ways: The chronic type progresses slowly and, like open-angle glaucoma, can result in optic nerve damage
These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine
loss of voice
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Ibandronate (Boniva), a monthly pill or quarterly intravenous (IV) infusion
pain in the back, ribs, arms, or legs
There's also evidence that bone loss in the jaw leads to gum disease, which can numbness and tingling around the mouth, fingertips, or feet
shaking of the hands, arms, feet, legs, or face
Fluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil), amitriptyline (Elavil), Tofranil ( Imipramine) and duloxetine (Cymbalta) for depression or anxiety
Stomach pain Summary: We study 102,220 people who have side effects when taking Fosamax
Alendronate helps to reduce the risk of fracture in people with osteoporosis and some other bone conditions
January 24, 2012
At A Glance
ocular (eye-related)
Introduction If you have certain kinds of bone problems, your doctor might suggest Fosamax as a treatment option
Response/effectiveness Interactions 1
Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: jaw/ ear pain, increased or severe bone/ joint / muscle pain, new or unusual hip/thigh/groin pain
Includes Fosamax side effects
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat osteoporosis (thinning of the bone) in women after menopause
muscle cramps in the hands, arms, feet, legs, or face
Other possible side effects of bisphosphonates, which are extraordinarily rare, include:
swollen joints
Published online in the Journal of the Canadian Medical Association, research results have shown that first-time bisphosphonate users had a 45% increased risk of scleritis and uveitis, both serious inflammatory eye conditions that cause blurred vision
red, irritated eyes
sensitivity of the eye to light
signs of low calcium levels - muscle spasms or contractions, numbness or tingly feeling (around your mouth, or in your fingers and toes)
Maybe, for instance, you heard that it doesn't build quality bone, that there is a risk of jaw demineralization, and that it's
sore throat
Osteoporosis is associated with increased risk of developing dry eye syndrome, which can cause blurred vision and increase the risk of fall and fracture
Bone, joint and muscle pain
Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention
after commencement of treatment
Serious side effects
Damage to the fovea can lead to vision problems that cause issues with reading or driving
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lack or loss of strength
numbness and weakness of the hands and feet
Dry macular degeneration can affect one or both eyes
Flomax
These conditions include osteoporosis and other conditions that affect your bones
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur
One of the most common side effects of bisphosphonate medications is stomach upset