Fosamax Attorneys

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is Fosamax®?
  Fosamax® is the brand name for “Alendronate Sodium;” a bisphosphonate medication developed by Merck & Co., Inc. and marketed since 1994 for the treatment of Osteoporosis and … more
• Are there risks involved in taking Fosamax®?
  Clinical studies suggest a link between taking Fosamax® and a devastating and progressively debilitating condition known as Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (ONJ), or “Dead Jaw;” a rarely … more
• How is Fosamax® associated with ONJ?
  Studies indicate that Fosamax® can inhibit and restrict blood flow to bone tissue so that minor trauma to the jaw, such as tooth extractions, do not heal properly (and at some point, the jaw … more
• What are the risk factors for ONJ?
  Those most at risk for developing ONJ appear to include those who: • Have taken bisphosphonates • Have taken steroids at or near the same time • Have a previous … more
• How can I tell if I have ONJ?
  The symptoms of ONJ include: • An irregular sore with exposed bone in either the upper or the lower jaw • Pain in the infected jaw • Inflammation and swelling in the … more

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