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    Neil Gonter, MD

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    posted 06/23/2008, comment (1)

    Fosamax and Atrial Fibrillation Concerns

    Reader's Question: I was diagnosed with osteopenia.  My doctor advised me to start taking Fosamax.  My mother has atrial fibrillation.  I was recently heard that this might be problem.  Should I take this?   It is important to know what atrial fibrillation is, what association, if any, exists between Fosamax and... Read moreChevron
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    posted 04/28/2008, comments (3)

    Osteoporosis Drug Side Effects: What Every Patient Should Know

    The latest news linking osteoporosis drug Fosamax - also known by its generic name alendronate - with atrial heart fibrillation in some patients serves as an important reminder: Everything we put in our body can change our body.   While prescription medications can provide significant benefits to bone mass and help prevent fractures, they... Read moreChevron
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    Fosamax Linked to Heart Rhythm Trouble

    Big news today in the world of osteoporosis: A study in the April 28 Archives of Internal Medicine shows that the osteoporosis drug Fosamax is linked to atrial fibrillation--an irregular heartbeat.   Before we go any further, please heed this easy-to-recall slogan: BE CONCERNED. DON'T PANIC.   Five things you need to... Read moreChevron
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    posted 04/16/2008, comments (0)

    Reclast vs. Actonel for steroid induced osteoporosis

    A new study indicates that zoledronic acid -sold as Reclast in the U.S. - increased bone mass in the spine more than risedrontate - brand name Actonel - for patients who have osteoporosis caused by long-term steroid use (known at GIO, glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis). Actonel is a bisphosphonate drug taken as a daily pill, while Reclast,... Read moreChevron
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    carol jo

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    New osteoporsis yearly Intravenous injection is it Reclass? Preclass? Who knows about this?

    I heard about a new osteoporsis treatment where it takes 15 minutes to get an IV yearly.  It is covered by insurance.  I need to know the name of this and the manufacturer.  Is it Reclast?  I now take a Boniva IV injection every three months.  It costs $439.00 each time.  I am a senior and run out of RX... Read moreChevron
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