Fosamax is one of the most frequently prescribed bisphosphonate in the United States, with more that 37 million of written prescriptions by the year 2008. However, this no longer holds true to this day due to the many adverse events that has been reported which springs from its use. It has been widely reported that osteonecrosis of the jaw symptoms such as pain, loose teeth, swelling, drainage, jaw numbness, prolonged infection and exposed bone have a causative link to the use of the bisphosp...

By and large, osteoporosis may hit anyone. Even one’s favorite celebrities are not immune to this problem. In fact, some of the TV personalities and actresses we see today are diagnosed with osteoporosis, and they manage to get by just seemingly fine. However, one cannot help but think whether they will be affected of the news that Merck wins sixth Fosamax lawsuit.

Studies have shown that bisphosphonates like Fosamax, which is a drug created to treat osteoporosis has dangerous long term side effects. In fact, more studies are being developed to explore more about this issue. And recently, a goat bone graft study explained the relationship between Fosamax and femur fractures.

 Fosamax or also known as Fosamax+D is the brand name of Alendronate Sodium or Alendronic Acid. The purpose of this drug is to cure bones that are weakening and deteriorating. Study suggests that response to bisphosphonates correlates with Vitamin D levels.