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Fosamax Lawyers Representing Osteonecrosis Victims

June 08, 2006

Fosamax has been linked to serious side effects, specifically Osteonecrosis, or Dead Jaw Syndrome. This is a disease in which the jaw literally "dies" and the cells cannot regenerate themselves due to insufficient blood flow.

Fosamax is prescribed to treat osteoporosis and may help increase bone density, therefore preventing bone fractures. All biphosphonates can irritate the esophagus and result in severe symptoms similar to heartburn and acid reflux. Therefore it is very important not to eat anything 30 minutes before or after taking drugs like Fosamax, drink plenty of water when taking the pill, and sit or stand for 30 minutes after dosing. It is also important not to lie down for a few hours after taking Fosamax.

If you or a family member has experienced severe Fosamax side effects, it may be important to contact a Fosamax attorney to protect your legal rights.

Fosamax Maker Not Part of Osteoporosis Drug Ad Lawsuit

June 05, 2006

While the makers of Boniva and Actonel battle it out in court over Boniva ad claims, Merck, the maker of Fosamax has not yet become a part of the lawsuit. Hoffman-LaRoche Inc., Boniva's maker, has been asked to stop claiming the drug is as effective as Proctor and Gamble's Actonel and Merck's Fosamax, the market leader.

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Louisville Woman Files Fosamax Lawsuit

May 20, 2006

Suffering from what amounts to a rotten jawbone, a Louisville, KY woman has filed a Fosamax lawsuit against Merck claiming the drug is responsible for the development of Osteonecrosis in her jaw.

There's no mention of such a potential side effect in commercials advertising the claim.

In 2005, at the request of the FDA, Merck did add a warning. That's found on a 22-page document that prescribing pharmacies receive.

There's no mention on the box.

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