In the same class as drugs like Fosamax? Oh boy!

"It is in the same class as drugs like fosomax but given only once a year by IV. The latest research out of Duke University suggests the drug significantly reduces the risk of a second hip fracture and of death. "

Fosamax has merely been called the next Vioxx . . .

"The most common side effects reported were muscle, joint or bone pain and flu-like symptoms. There have also been concerns about heart problems, but the drug's maker, Novartis, says recent clinical trials have not showed a risk of heart trouble."

And we know we can trust the drug maker and their funded clinical trial results?

Yeah - my aunt took Fosamax and had bone pain alright.  Pain so bad she could hardly stand up and every step and movement was pain-filled until she stopped taking Fosamax after I sent her information about it's side effects.  She's one of the lucky ones.

DQ