Oral Bisphosphonates – Part 2

If you already have heartburn or Reflux Disease (GERD), you should be cautious about taking Fosamax, Actonel, Boniva, and generic Alendronate.  Do not take an antacid or a medicine for...

Oral Bisphosphonates – Part 1

The Oral Bisphosphonates are Fosamax, Actonel, Boniva, and generic Alendronate.  While generic Alendronate is the cheapest, it is also the most likely to cause heartburn or Reflux Disease in some...

Bisphosphonates – Part 2

Bisphosphonates are by far the most common and best known Antiresorptive medications for osteoporosis.  Over 90% of persons taking Osteoporosis medication are taking Bisphosphonates.  You can take them as pills...

Bisphosphonates – Part 1

Bisphosphonates are by far the most common and best known Antiresorptive medications for osteoporosis.  Over 90% of persons taking Osteoporosis medication are taking Bisphosphonates.   Fosamax, generic Alendronate, Actonel, Boniva, Reclast...

Osteoclasts Gone Wild

Osteoclasts are the cells that eat away bone.  Osteoclasts are normally kept under control by Estrogen in women and Testosterone in men.  Women suddenly lose Estrogen at Menopause.  Men gradually...