Fosamax Plus D

Active Ingredient(s): Alendronate Sodium + Cholecalciferol
FDA Approved: * April 7, 2005
Pharm Company: * MERCK
Category: Osteoporosis

Alendronic acid, sold under the brand name Fosamax among others, is a bisphosphonate medication used to treat osteoporosis and Paget's disease of bone.[2] It is taken by mouth.[2] Use is often recommended together with vitamin D, calcium supplementation, and lifestyle changes.[2] Common side effects (1 to 10% of patients) include constipation, abdominal pain, nausea, and acid reflux.[2] Use is not recommended during pregnancy or ... [wikipedia]

* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.

Dosage List

Fosamax Plus D 70/5600 (Alendronic Acid / Vitamin D3) Oral Tablet
NDC: 0006-0270
Labeler:
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
Fosamax Plus D 70/2800 (Alendronic Acid / Vitamin D3) Oral Tablet
NDC: 0006-0710
Labeler:
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
Fosamax Plus D 70/2800 (Alendronic Acid / Vitamin D3) Oral Tablet
NDC: 54868-5480
Labeler:
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
Fosamax Plus D Oral Tablet
NDC: 78206-136
Labeler:
Organon LLC
Fosamax Plus D Oral Tablet
NDC: 78206-137
Labeler:
Organon LLC

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