Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Alendronate sodium side effects

 Alendronate sodium ... taken to help keep bones healthy..

side effects

Unusual thigh bone breaks (mine cracked then cracked my hip) 

Sever jaw bone issues (can't get a tooth inplant because of it) 

bone joint and muscle pain

Esophagus problems (I have trouble swallowing at times)

Low calcium levels (Low calcium levels, also known as hypocalcemia, can cause a number of health problems, including: 

  • Neuromuscular irritability: Symptoms include tingling, numbness, and fatigue in the extremities and around the mouth. 
  • Muscle spasms: Muscle cramps, spasms, and twitches can occur in the hands, fingers, face, throat, and arms. Spasms in the throat can make it hard to breathe. 
  • Seizures: Usually only occur in severe cases of hypocalcemia. 
  • Heart problems: Abnormal heart rhythms, fainting, and even heart failure can occur. Low calcium levels are also linked to an increased risk of sudden cardiac arrest. 
  • Kidney problems: Kidney stones and kidney failure can occur. 
  • Poor oral health: Teeth can become more susceptible to decay and loosening. 
  • Cataracts: Calcium deficiency is a factor in the development of cataracts. 
  • Osteoporosis: Calcium deficiency is a factor in the development of osteoporosis, a condition that causes bones to become weak and brittle. 

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