Aspirin Extended-Release Capsules and Fosamax (Alendronate Oral Solution)
Determining the interaction of Aspirin Extended-Release Capsules and Fosamax (Alendronate Oral Solution) and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Talk to your doctor before using alendronate together with aspirin. If you take a medication like alendronate by mouth, combining it with aspirin may increase your risk of developing gastrointestinal ulcers and bleeding. Contact your doctor immediately if you develop severe abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, and/or black, tarry stools. On the other hand, if you receive a medication like alendronate by IV infusion, you may have an increased risk of kidney problems if you also use aspirin on a regular or long-term basis. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. You should seek medical attention if you experience signs and symptoms that may suggest kidney damage such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Be sure to drink plenty of fluids if you develop diarrhea or vomiting during treatment with these medications, as dehydration can also affect the kidney. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:MONITOR: Theoretical concerns exist regarding the potential for increased risk and severity of gastrointestinal toxicity during coadministration of oral bisphosphonates and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) due to additive or synergistic irritant effects on the gastrointestinal mucosa. Because NSAIDs reduce the rate of ulcer healing in the stomach and duodenum, it is also possible that NSAIDs may delay healing and exaggerate the mucosal injury caused by oral bisphosphonates. In a blinded, randomized, crossover study consisting of 26 healthy volunteers, investigators using endoscopic techniques reported a significantly higher incidence of gastric ulcers following combined treatment with alendronate 10 mg once a day and naproxen 500 mg twice a day for 14 days than after treatment with either alendronate or naproxen alone (38% vs. 8% and 12%, respectively). In contrast, a 3-year controlled clinical study found no significant difference in the incidence of upper gastrointestinal adverse events between alendronate 5 or 10 mg/day and placebo given to more than 2000 subjects, most of whom received concomitant NSAIDs. Likewise, the incidence of upper gastrointestinal adverse events was similar for risedronate (24.5%) and placebo (24.8%) among patients who were regular users (>= 3 days/week) of aspirin or NSAIDs in phase 3 osteoporosis studies, which enrolled a total of over 5700 patients. Aspirin use was reported by 31% of patients and NSAID use by 48% of patients, 24% and 21% of whom were regular users, respectively.
MONITOR: Theoretical concerns exist regarding the potential for increased risk and severity of renal impairment during coadministration of bisphosphonates with high dosages or chronic use of NSAIDs due to additive or synergistic nephrotoxic effects on the kidney. The use of bisphosphonates has been associated with nephrotoxicity manifested as deterioration of renal function and renal failure. Cases have primarily involved intravenous formulations of the drugs such as pamidronic acid and zoledronic acid, especially when they are administered too rapidly. The risk of hypocalcemia may also be increased, as drug-induced renal tubular damage can lead to renal loss of calcium and other electrolytes such as magnesium. Bisphosphonates alone often cause mild, asymptomatic hypocalcemia via inhibitive effects on bone resorption and possibly chelation of blood calcium. Chronic use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may be associated with renal toxicities including elevations in serum creatinine and BUN, tubular necrosis, glomerulitis, renal papillary necrosis, acute interstitial nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, and renal failure.
MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised if bisphosphonates are prescribed in combination with NSAIDs. Patients receiving oral bisphosphonates should be closely monitored for the development of gastrointestinal toxicity and advised to immediately report potential signs and symptoms such as severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, dizziness, lightheadedness, and/or black, tarry stools. Patients receiving intravenous formulations of bisphosphonates should have renal function and serum electrolytes closely monitored. Serum creatinine should be assessed prior to each treatment, and treatment should be withheld in the presence of renal deterioration. In patients treated for bone metastases, treatment should not be resumed until renal function returns to baseline.
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Generic Name: aspirin
Brand name: Arthritis Pain, Aspir 81, Aspir-Low, Bayer Childrens Aspirin, Durlaza, Ecotrin, Ecpirin, Fasprin, Halfprin, Miniprin, Aspiritab, Bayer, Bayer Low Strength, Bayer Children's, St. Joseph 81 mg Adult
Synonyms: Aspirin
Generic Name: alendronate
Brand name: Binosto, Fosamax
Synonyms: Fosamax
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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