Compare Forteo vs Fosamax

Compare Forteo

vs Fosamax

Compare Forteo to Fosamax. To make a decision about Forteo vs Fosamax, click here for a Medication Risk Map to help you select Forteo or Fosamax

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Uses of Forteo

Forteo is also known by the generic name Teriparatide

USES:
Teriparatide is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures. It is similar to a natural hormone in your body (parathyroid hormone). It works by increasing bone mass and strength. This effect helps to decrease the risk of getting a fracture.

This medication is not recommended for use in children or young adults whose bones are still growing.

Uses of Fosamax

Fosamax is also known by the generic name Alendronate

USES:
Alendronate is used to treat a certain type of bone disease called Paget's disease. This disease weakens and deforms bones. Alendronate works by slowing bone loss, helping to keep your bones strong and less likely to break. It also helps reduce bone pain from this disease. This medication belongs to a class of drugs called bisphosphonates.

Forteo and Fosamax Have 0 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects in Common

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Forteo Has 7 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Fosamax

Critical Seriousness - Trouble Breathing - Dyspnea is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Head and Neck Angioedema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Depression is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Pneumonia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Feeling Faint - Fainting is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - High Blood Pressure - Hypertension is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Angina is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

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Fosamax Has 24 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Forteo

Critical Seriousness - Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Itching - Pruritus of Skin is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Bone Pain is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Difficulty Swallowing - Dysphagia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Muscle Pain - Myalgia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Fluid Retention in the Legs, Feet, Arms or Hands - Peripheral Edema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Allergic Reaction caused by a Drug - Hypersensitivity Drug Reactions is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Inflammation of the White Outer Coat of the Eye - Scleritis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Inflammation of the Esophagus - Esophagitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Ulcers of Esophagus - Esophageal Ulcer is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Red Blood in Bowel Movement - Bloody Stools is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Inflammation of the Uvea of the Eye - Uveitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Problems with Eyesight - Visual Changes is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Joint Pain - Arthralgia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Puncture, Tear or Hole in the Esophagus - Esophageal Perforation is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Aseptic Necrosis of Jaw Bone is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Stricture of Esophagus is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Ulcer of the Duodenum - Duodenal Ulcer is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Burning Stomach - Gastritis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Stomach Cramps - Abdominal Pain with Cramps is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Fracture of Femur Thigh Bone - Fracture of Femur is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Stomach Ulcer - Gastric Ulcer is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Critical Seriousness - Rash - Skin Rash is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

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Forteo and Fosamax Have 0 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects in Common

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Forteo Has 9 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Fosamax

Incomplete or Infrequent Bowel Movements - Constipation is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Dizzy - Dizziness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Feel Like Throwing Up - Nausea is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Pain is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Feeling Weak - General Weakness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Joint Pain - Arthralgia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Muscle Spasm is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Diarrhea is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

Inflammation of the Nose - Rhinitis is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Forteo but not Fosamax.

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Fosamax Has 1 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Fosamax

Stomach Cramps - Abdominal Pain with Cramps is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Fosamax but not Forteo. Click for a searchable interactive map of all Side Effects associated with Forteo and Fosamax.

Forteo and Fosamax Treat 5 Conditions in Common

Osteoporosis caused by Glucocorticoid Drugs - Glucocorticoid Induced Osteoporosis is treated by both Forteo and Fosamax. Decreased Bone Mass Following Menopause - Post-Menopausal Osteoporosis is treated by both Forteo and Fosamax. Osteoporosis in Men due to Deficient Function of Testis - Hypogonadal Osteoporosis in Males is treated by both Forteo and Fosamax.

Forteo has 14 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Forteo.

Forteo Subcutaneous Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriousness level)

Absolute Contraindications

Bone Metastases - Cancer Metastasis to Bone is a contraindication of Forteo.

Hepatic Osteodystrophy - Defect in Bone Development due to Liver Disease is a contraindication of Forteo.

Hypercalcemia - High Amount of Calcium in the Blood is a contraindication of Forteo.

Hyperparathyroid Bone Disease - Bone Disease due to Increased Activity Of The Parathyroid Gland is a contraindication of Forteo.

Lactating Mother - A Mother who is Producing Milk and Breastfeeding is a contraindication of Forteo.

Malignant Bone Disease - Cancer of Bone is a contraindication of Forteo.

Osteomalacia - Softening of Bones is a contraindication of Forteo.

Osteosarcoma of Bone is a contraindication of Forteo.

Paget's Disease of Bone is a contraindication of Forteo.

Radiation Therapy Involving Bone is a contraindication of Forteo.

Renal Osteodystrophy - Generalized Changes in Bone associated with Renal Failure is a contraindication of Forteo.

Rickets is a contraindication of Forteo.

Contraindication Warnings

Hypotension - Abnormally Low Blood Pressure is a contraindication of Forteo.

Urolithiasis - Stones in the Urinary Tract is a contraindication of Forteo.

Fosamax has 17 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Fosamax.

Fosamax Oral Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriouosness level)

Absolute Contraindications

Achalasia of Esophagus - Failure of Esophageal Sphincter to Relax is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Bed-Ridden - Bedridden Patient or One Unable to Move Around Freely is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Esophageal Dysmotility - Problems with Food Passing Through the Esophagus is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Esophageal Obstruction - Blockage of the Esophagus is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Fracture of Femur - Fracture of Femur Thigh Bone is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Hypocalcemia - Low Amount of Calcium in the Blood is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Stricture of Esophagus is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Relative Contraindications

Acute Peptic Ulcer is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Arthralgia - Joint Pain is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Aseptic Necrosis of Jaw Bone is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Duodenitis - Inflammation of Duodenum or Top Portion of Small Intestine is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Esophageal Ulcer - Ulcers of Esophagus is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Esophagitis - Inflammation of the Esophagus is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Gastritis - Burning Stomach is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Severe Renal Disease - Serious Kidney Problems is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Vitamin D Deficiency is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Contraindication Warnings

Atrial Fibrillation is a contraindication of Fosamax.

Forteo - Symptoms of overdose may include
nausea, vomiting, severe dizziness, unusual tiredness.

Fosamax - Symptoms of overdose may include
severe stomach pain, painful heartburn, pain in the esophagus (chest pain), muscle weakness/cramps, mental/mood changes.

Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.