whether Fosamax (alendronate) and other bisphosphonates increase the risk of atrial fibrillation

June 2008

See FDA's updated safety analysis concerning bisphophonates and atrial fibrillation

Patients are asking whether Fosamax (alendronate) and other bisphosphonates increase the risk of atrial fibrillation.

This first came up last year when researchers noted an increase in A fib in patients getting zoledronic acid (Reclast).

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More patients AND PARTNERS will get Suprax for gonorrhea
ADHD whether cardiac testing is required for children taking ADHD drugs
Migraine Treximet, a new sumatriptan and naproxen combination tablet for migraines
Geriatrics Vitamin D is being used more in the elderly to PREVENT falls
Bisphosphonates whether Fosamax (alendronate) and other bisphosphonates increase the risk of atrial fibrillation
Gastroenterology Amitiza (lubiprostone) will come in a new lower strength for treating irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C)
Gastroenterology Cimzia (CIM-zee-uh) is a new biologic therapy for Crohn's disease
Gastroenterology Relistor (REL-i-store) will offer a new option for treating constipation due to opioids
Respiratory & Allergy Patanase (olopatadine) and Omnaris (ciclesonide) nasal sprays for allergic rhinitis
Cardiology Is it better to use an ACE inhibitor, angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB), or both in patients at risk for heart disease
Cardiology how to treat resistant hypertension
Pediatrics treating metabolic syndrome in kids
Supplements glucosamine alone or with chondroitin can interact with warfarin