Alendronic Acid

[Doormouse100]

I am on Alendronic Acid ahead of having my infusion of Zoledronic as I have some dental work to get done. Can I ask if taking AA can make you have an upset tummy in the mornings? Is this a side effect?

Thank you.

[Greengen1]

Yes AA has caused stomach issues and I keep feeling queasy. My doctor has changed me to Risedronate until the Rheumatologist starts me on injections which are supposed to help. Good luck

[GadgetBuster]

I have had no stomach issues with AA.

[MydogBrandy]

yes it affected my stomach tablet form but no problem with infusion once a year, must drink loads of water whilst it’s going in though and no dental treatment for three months either side of treatment. Hope this helps. Good luck

[Doormouse100 in reply to MydogBrandy]

Thanks

[67Varieties]

I was prescribed lansoprazole with the AA and so far so good.

[Trec]

I’m interested in your mention of dental work as this is something that concerns me with taking any of these medications. So are you taking Alendronic acid weekly as it’s better than the infusion where jaw problems after dental work are concerned? I thought they all caused a problem and would be reassured to know there is a less risky option even if it the daily tablet rather than the annual infusion. I had dreadful side effects from the tablets and stopped taking them and am looking for a viable alternative but I have friends who have had no problems with them so I hope that helps.

[Doormouse100 in reply to Trec]

hi, my consultant was happy for me to have dental work done whilst on Alendronic but as the infusion was one big hit the dental works would be best done towards the end of the 12 month period. Both drugs are from the same family. I have just completed 12 months on Romosozumab with good results which is why my consultant wants me on Alendronic or Zoledronic to lock in the gain in bone density.