how long they should take bisphosphonates (Fosamax, Boniva, Actonel, etc) for osteoporosis

November 2011

Patients are asking how long they should take bisphosphonates (Fosamax, Boniva, Actonel, etc) for osteoporosis.

Bisphosphonates work well to stop bone loss and prevent fractures.

The problem is that many people are left on bisphosphonates indefinitely. Long-term use might be harmful and may not be necessary.

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Table of Contents

Cough & Cold avoid mishaps with cough and cold medications
Generics make space on your pharmacy shelves for generic atorvastatin (Lipitor) tablets
Medication Errors add Ultram and lithium to the list of drugs involved in look-alike med errors
NSAIDs new combo med, Duexis (ibuprofen/famotidine, du-EX-is) for arthritis patients at risk of developing a stomach ulcer
Osteoporosis how long they should take bisphosphonates (Fosamax, Boniva, Actonel, etc) for osteoporosis
Statins new combo drug, Juvisync (JU-vih-sink), for treating diabetes
Asthma You'll finally see Primatene Mist (epinephrine) disappear and the new Combivent Respimat appear
Glaucoma Glaucoma patients often ask which drugs to avoid
Shingles the second ONCE-daily gabapentin, Gralise (gra-LEEZ), hit the market
Magnesium choosing an oral magnesium supplement (Slow-Mag, Mag-Ox, Mag-64, etc)
Erectile Dysfunction MORE prescriptions for DAILY Cialis (tadalafil) and FEWER requests for saw palmetto for men with prostate problems
IV Medications Orders for intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) can cause confusion
Communication avoiding jargon when communicating with patients