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Is Alendronate A Generic Form Of Fosamax And Has The Same Effects ?
I was given Fosamax several years ago, and had an allergic reaction. Thus I was changed to Actonel and was on it for 8 years. I have been on calcium only for about three years My new doctor knows this history and has prescribed alendronate. From what I'm reading, alendronate is just a generic form of Fosamax. I hesitate to try it. An opinion please.
Hi Many doctors use generic name of drugs which medical fraternity encourages If you know two are same drug there is no reason not to use a generic name drug.It should give same result be confident band take care Dr Lal Psychiatrist
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Is Alendronate A Generic Form Of Fosamax And Has The Same Effects ?
Hi Many doctors use generic name of drugs which medical fraternity encourages If you know two are same drug there is no reason not to use a generic name drug.It should give same result be confident band take care Dr Lal Psychiatrist