Fosamax is oftentimes the doctors call for bone problems concerning bone density most popular of which is osteoporosis. No less than 20 million prescriptions are written annually for the bone drug. Despite its success, this drug has also gained notoriety due to some serious side effects; hence, getting feedbacks from actual users would clear out apprehensions and set expectations of the would-be patients of Fosamax.
At this point we are well aware of the number of issues Fosamax has been linked to. More than a few cases have already been drawn against Merck, the maker, about the adverse effects of the drug which the company supposedly failed to disclose. However, in a recent occurrence,
Canadian Court dismisses motion for a class-action lawsuit against Fosamax.
For starters of Fosamax therapy, its ordinary to be worried about its favorable and unintended effects. Even though our doctors never lack the providing information about the therapy, the need to hear what others would say about the drug will never be vanished. Testimonials and user reviews are all over the internet but I have collected some of those from reliable sites and summarized them in this article.
Since the therapeutic effect of drug is targeted mainly on keeping the bones strong, it wont be observed unless several bone scans are being done. Hence, reviews from Fosamax patronizers are more about the side effects they have dealt with and not its benefits.
Browsing through forums about Fosamax you will find that the most frequent feedback mentioned is about muscle and joint pains may it be on the jaw, back, hips, knees and even on the toes. According to some, the pain was so severe and whats more is that the pain does not seem to subside until the end of the course. In addition, some also reported heartburn, upset stomach, constipation, itchy eyes and swelling sinuses.
The
side effects of Fosamax mentioned above are based on users that posted their own feedbacks about the drug. You may or may not experience the same side effects. Also, ask your physician if you have questions or concerns about your Fosamax prescription as he/she knows whats best for your case.
