Alendronate and cholecalciferol is a drug licensed to treat osteoporosis in men and postmenopausal women. This eMedTV segment explains how the combination drug works, describes its effects, and offers tips and precautions when taking the medicine.
Headaches, diarrhea, and gas are some of the more common side effects of alendronate and cholecalciferol. This eMedTV resource lists other commonly reported side effects and explains which side effects may require immediate medical attention.
Alendronate and cholecalciferol is used for the treatment of osteoporosis in men and postmenopausal women. This eMedTV article describes the effects of the drug and discusses possible off-label alendronate and cholecalciferol uses.
The suggested dose of alendronate and cholecalciferol for treating osteoporosis is 70 mg/5600 IU a week. This eMedTV Web page offers other alendronate and cholecalciferol dosing information and includes tips for when and how to take the drug.
Aspirin, teriparatide, and cimetidine may cause drug interactions with alendronate and cholecalciferol. This eMedTV resource explains what other drugs may interact with the osteoporosis medication and also describes the possible effects.
Alendronate and cholecalciferol may cause extreme muscle or bone pain. This eMedTV page offers other precautions and warnings with alendronate and cholecalciferol, including a more complete list of possible side effects that may occur with the drug.
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