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Patient Blogger, wife, advocate, and caregiver

Thinking About Taking Reclast? How to Make an Informed Decision

How do you make an informed decision about taking Reclast?   Reclast History and Evidence Novartis received FDA approval for Reclast (zoledronic acid) in August 2007, for the treatment of post-menopausal osteoporosis, with an initial FDA approval in 2001 for Paget's disease.    "The FDA decision is based on safety and efficacy... Read moreChevron
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Internist, Rheumatologist

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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Journalist, Caregiver

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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Craig Stoltz

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Health Journalist

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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Lila de Tantillo

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Journalist, Caregiver

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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