Comments on: Boniva vs. Fosamax vs. Actonel: Which is Better?

By: CarrieRangel

CarrieRangel — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 21:56:29 +0000

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By: Pam

Pam — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:25:26 +0000

I’m 63 and 20 years post-menopausal (natural) with OsteoPENIA. I have been on Boniva for about 4 years and took with twice the amount of water to prevent heartburn. I was showing new bone growth on yearly scans after 2 years. Boniva was well tolerated but my drug insurance said I had to try Fosomax which I also took with LOTS of water. It gave me heartburn that lasted several days each time. Since I have a family history of esphogeal and stomach cancer that’s a real concern for me. My mom on- Fosomax 5 years- died after a low impact, short fall- resulting in broken hip (femoral neck) head was on top of femur). Pain killers made her a zombie–didn’t eat–to weak to do surgery-sent to rehab with broken hip-dressed her every day–pain-drugs for it-Zombie-wouldn’t eat and the cycle went on till she actually died of starvation. We also have a bad history of Heart Disease. What would you consider next if I were your mom. Also discuss pros & cons of IV types and results.

By: liz

liz — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:08:25 +0000

I took fosomax for years with no problem I was switched to Bonova and have notice pain when I set, plus restless at night

By: Cary Byrd

Cary Byrd — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:02:10 +0000

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By: Dixie

Dixie — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 14:28:41 +0000

I have taken fosamax for several years (Over 15 yrs.)-had the bone dens. test and it always shows a small about of lost in the density every 2 years. Now the Dr. has switched me to Actonel (one every month) How long is too long for taking these medications? Is there a point that these meds do not work any longer?

By: Dale

Dale — Tue, 31 May 2011 14:47:45 +0000

Hi, I took Fosamax and had a side effect (muscle weakness) so I stopped. I would like to know which medication to try next that would’nt have that same reaction? Boniva or Actonel? Thanks

By: Chris

Chris — Sat, 12 Feb 2011 01:27:32 +0000

The above is incorrect, in that neither drug requires the consumer to stand. You just can’t lie down. You have to sit or stand for the half-hour or hour.

By: rich

rich — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 17:54:51 +0000

almost worthless article. The Actonel package insert says sitting, not standing. I believe Actonel has a lower incidence of jaw bone necrosis.

By: Pauline Mancino

Pauline Mancino — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 18:32:09 +0000

I am a young, vibrant 70 yrs young woman with bone loss.
..called Osteopenia. My doctor suggested Boniva. I have trouble swollowing large pills. Have any studies proved dangerous side effects of these drugs long term? I was advised to take Boniva 4 months ago and I also take prednisone 3 times a year for asthma control. I broke both my wrists 22 yrs ago and they are weakening now. I also broke my ankle and have a rod w/6 screws holding it in place. Can you give me advice? t.u.