Visit: https://nursing.com/140meds to request your free copy of "140 Must Know Meds" Outline Generic Name Alendronate

Trade Name Fosamax

Indication Osteoporosis (aging, menopause, corticosteroid induced)

Action Inhibits osteoclast activity leading to inhibition of resorption of bone

Therapeutic Class Bone resorption inhibitor

Pharmacologic Class Bisphosphonates

Nursing Considerations • Take first thing in the morning with full glass of water 30 min prior to eating • Assess serum calcium and vitamin D • May lead to muscle pain