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Neil Gonter, MD

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posted 02/26/2008, comments (3)

Generic Osteoporosis Medication: Fosamax

Reader's Question: I have been told that Fosamax is coming out in generic form. I have been taking a brand name osteoporosis drug (in the same drug class) for numerous years with good results. Should I switch? The first thing one must understand is what exactly is a generic medication. Pharmaceutical companies spend many years... Read more Chevron

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Lila de Tantillo

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posted 02/11/2008, comments (0)

Generic Fosamax - Osteoporosis Drug Fosamax Goes Off Patent

It's finally here! Merck's patent on the popular osteoporosis drug Fosamax has run out, and now other companies are offering generic alendronate at lower prices. For those whose doctors have recommended the medication but have been put off by the price, now you have one less excuse to disregard your bone health. There are at least... Read more Chevron

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