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Q: I have been taking Fosomax for approsimately 15. When I had my last physical, the Dr said that I don't need to be taking Fosomax any more. Is that correct?
Hi Judy, welcome! Did you mean you've taken Fosamax for 15 years? If so, I would imagine your Dr. has a good reason to tell you this. Have your t-scores improved over this time?
Long-term use of bisphosphonates may cause atypical femur fractures, in some patients, and the following warning was issued by the FDA below.
The FDA released information on long-term use of bisphosphonates in October 2010, saying "Consider periodic reevaluation of the need for continued bisphosphonate therapy, particularly in patients who have been treated for over 5 years." Bisphosphonates include: Fosamax, Boniva, Reclast, and Actonel. See the link above for the full warning explanation.
Good luck to you!
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