When did Fosamax become available?
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When did Fosamax become available?
Fosamax (alendronate sodium) is a prescription drug used to treat and prevent osteoporosis in adults. It was first introduced to the U.S. market in 1995 by the drug manufacturer Merck.
When did alendronate come out?
Its approval in the US in 1995 spurred sales of bone densitometers and BMD testing to screen for low bone mineral density and identify osteoporosis.
How long has alendronate sodium been on the market?
Alendronic acid was first described in 1978 and approved for medical use in the United States in 1995. It is available as a generic medication. In 2019, it was the 96th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 7 million prescriptions.
Why is Fosamax controversial?
Cases of osteonecrosis (literally “bone death”) of the jaw, a painful condition where jaw bones become exposed, were reported by people taking Fosamax. In 2013, Merck agreed to pay $27.7 million to settle 1,140 lawsuits from individuals who alleged that Fosamax caused them to develop this condition.
Why was Fosamax recalled?
Sun Pharma announced a recall of Alendronate Sodium Tablets 70mg, the generic version of Merck’s Fosamax due to stability results. Alendronate Sodium is a bisphosphonate indicated for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
Is Fosamax still being used?
March 17, 2004 – There is good news about the drugs used to treat and prevent osteoporosis-related bone loss. The longest-ever study of one of the most widely prescribed of these drugs suggests it continues to protect bones after a decade of use.
Are there lawsuits against Fosamax?
25 quarterly report said it faced 3,470 product liability lawsuits in federal or state court involving Fosamax. In 2013, it settled lawsuits by around 1,200 people alleging the drug caused bones in the jaw to deteriorate for more than $27 million.
Is Boniva safer than Fosamax?
Based on several studies, we know that Fosamax also reduces the risk of hip fractures and nonvertebral fractures. But we aren’t quite sure whether Boniva reduces the risk of hip or nonvertebral fractures. Because of this, clinical guidelines generally recommend Fosamax over Boniva.
