Fosamax Plus D and Metronidazole Capsules

• Generic Name: alendronate / cholecalciferol
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Fosamax Plus D

Fosamax Plus D contains a combination of alendronate and cholecalciferol. Alendronate is a bisphosphonate medicine that alters bone formation and breakdown in the body. This can slow bone loss and may help prevent bone fractures.

Cholecalciferol is a form of vitamin D, and is important for the absorption of calcium from the stomach and for the functioning of calcium in the body.

Fosamax Plus D is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis.

Fosamax Plus D may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: metronidazole
• Dosage Forms: capsule
• Other Brand Names: Flagyl, MetroGel, FIRST Metronidazole, Flagyl 375

Metronidazole is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.

Metronidazole is used to treat bacterial infections of the vagina, stomach or intestines, liver, skin, joints, brain, heart, and respiratory tract. Metrogel (topical metronidazole) is also used to treat rosacea, a skin condition. Vaginal metronidazole gel is also used to treat bacterial infections of the vagina.

Metronidazole will not treat a vaginal yeast infection.