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THE LAW FIRM OF ALLEN L. ROTHENBERG
 We can help. If you have taken Fosamax or if a loved one has taken Fosamax and ANY of the symtoms described below apply, please fill out the free case evaluation form at the left side of the page. There is no charge and you pay nothing unless we get you money. On September 24, 2004 the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons issued a report prompting the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Merck to issue a warning to health care professionals concerning Alendronate Sodium and its brand name equivalent, Fosamax. Fosamax is a type of drug known as bisphosphonates. A link has been found between bisphosphonates and a serious bone disease called osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ aka. Dead Jaw). This important discovery clearly shows that Fosamax side effects may include osteonecrosis of the jaw, aka, dead jaw or jaw death as well as osteomyelitis. |
Osteonecrosis of the Jaw Osteonecrosis of the jaw ( ONJ ) or dead jaw is a condition in which the bone tissue in the jaw fails to heal after minor trauma such as a tooth extraction, causing the bone to be exposed. The exposure can eventually lead to infection and fracture and may require long-term antibiotic therapy or surgery to remove the dying bone tissue. Experts say that prevention and early treatment of individuals using bisphosphonates such as Fosamax is extremely important in preserving the jaw bone. Individuals using Fosomax or other bisphosphonates should attempt to avoid tooth extractions and other major dental work while on the drugs. Although most cases of osteonecrosis of the jaw related to Fosamax side effects have occured after dental work several cases have been reported to occur without any prior dental work. If you are currently taking Fosamax you may be at risk of developing osteonecrosis. |
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