September 17, 2011
Osteoclasts are the cells that eat away bone. Osteoclasts are normally kept under control by Estrogen in women and Testosterone in men. Women lose Estrogen suddenly at Menopause. Men lose Testosterone...
May 5, 2011
Reclast is the version of Zolendronate used for Osteoporosis treatment. I do not do cancer treatment, so I will not discuss Zometa here other than to say that it is...
May 2, 2011
Reclast and Zometa are both Zolendronate, a bisphosphonate antiresorptive. Because they are given as a shot into a vein (IV) they have no heartburn, GERD, esophagus or stomach issues. This...
April 28, 2011
IV Boniva is the same medication (Ibandronate) as regular Boniva. Because it is given as a shot into a vein (IV) it has no heartburn, GERD, esophagus or stomach issues. ...
April 25, 2011
The IV Bisphosphonates are IV Boniva, Reclast and Zometa. Reclast and Zometa are actually the same drug in different doses for different purposes. Reclast is the one used for Osteoporosis. ...
April 20, 2011
Actonel is a pill for treatment and prevention of Osteoporosis. It is taken monthly (or weekly) on an empty stomach followed by at least 8 ounces of water. No other...
April 12, 2011
Boniva is the pill for treatment and prevention of Osteoporosis advertized by Sally Field. It is taken monthly on an empty stomach followed by at least 8 ounces of water. ...
March 26, 2011
Rare cases of Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (ONJ) and Atypical Fractures of the Femur have been found in patients taking Alendronate. There is not yet any conclusive evidence that Alendronate,...
March 21, 2011
Alendronate is the Generic version of Fosamax. It is taken weekly on an empty stomach followed by at least 8 ounces of water. No other food or drink is allowed...
March 16, 2011
Fosamax (Alendronate) was the first widely used pill for Osteoporosis in this country. It is taken weekly on an empty stomach followed by at least 8 ounces of water. No...