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Fosamax: Fosamax Side Effects

Fosamax Health Risks and Side Effects

The most common side effect associated with Fosamax use is abdominal pain.

Less common side effects include:

  • Difficulty swallowing or pain when swallowing
  • New or worsening heartburn
  • Chest pain
  • Upset stomach
  • Vomiting
  • Bloody vomit or vomit that looks like coffee grounds
  • Black, tarry, or bloody stools
  • Mouth sores or pain in the mouth (especially if you chew or suck on tablets)
  • Itching
  • Hives
  • Swelling of eyes, face, lips, tongue, or throat
  • Difficulty breathing or swallowing
  • Hoarseness
  • Eye pain
  • Flu-like symptoms
  • Fever
  • Irritation or pain of the esophagus
  • Muscle pain

Skin rash, which may be severe and may worsen with exposure to sunlight, is a rare side effect associated with Fosamax use. Some laboratory animals given Fosamax developed a certain type of cancer, but it is still unknown if this type of cancer develops in humans.

The following side effects may occur, but go away during treatment as your body adjusts to Fosamax. These side effects usually do not need medical attention, but see your healthcare professional if they are persistent or bothersome:

  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Full or bloated feeling
  • Gas
  • Change in ability to taste food
  • Pain in bones, muscles, or joints
  • Headache
  • Nausea

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