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Fosamax Drug Center
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Tenormin (atenolol) (and Tenormin IV) is a beta blocking drug used mainly for control of hypertension, angina, for management of acute myocardial infarction and occasionally for thyroid storm management. Tenormin is available as generic atenolol in tablets and IV. Side effects of Tenormin may include dizziness, lethargy, mild bradycardia, depression, and mild shortness of breath for both preparations. Patients with bronchospastic disease, in general, should not take Tenormin or other beta-blockers.
Tenormin is available in 25, 50 and 100 mg strength tablets; it is also available vials of 5 mg atenolol in ten ml of citrate-buffered solution for intravenous injection. The IV preparation should only be administered by trained personnel. The usual dose for tablets begins at 25 mg once or twice per day and is modified by patient response to the medication. The following information applies to both the tablet and IV forms of atenolol. Serious side effects of Tenormin may include heart arrhythmias, hypotension, pulmonary emboli, chest pain, and bronchospasm. Use with calcium channel blockers (CCBs) may precipitate bradycardia. This medication should be used during pregnancy only when clearly needed. It may harm an unborn baby. This medication passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult the doctor before breastfeeding. Women taking Tenormin should discuss the risks and benefits with their doctor. Safety and effectiveness has not been established in pediatric patients.
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Fosamax Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
Treatment of Osteoporosis in Postmenopausal Women
FOSAMAX is indicated for the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. In postmenopausal women, FOSAMAX increases bone mass and reduces the incidence of fractures, including those of the hip and spine (vertebral compression fractures). [See Clinical Studies.]
Prevention of Osteoporosis in Postmenopausal Women
FOSAMAX is indicated for the prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis [see Clinical Studies].
Treatment to Increase Bone Mass in Men with Osteoporosis
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Fosamax Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using alendronate and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- chest pain;
- difficulty or pain when swallowing;
- pain or burning under the ribs or in the back;
- new or worsening heartburn;
- severe joint, bone, or muscle pain; or
- jaw pain, numbness, or swelling.
Less serious side effects may include:
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Fosamax Consumer Information: Uses
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults. Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break more easily. Your chance of developing osteoporosis increases as you age, after menopause, or if you are taking corticosteroid medications (such as prednisone) for a long time.
This medication works by slowing bone loss. This effect helps maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones (fractures). Alendronate belongs to a class of drugs called bisphosphonates.
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