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QuestionChoice
Bronchospasm is an uncommon side effect of bisphosphonate medication.
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e
Bronchospasm
QuestionChoice
Stomach ulcers are an important side effect of bisphosphonates. However, it is not the most important side effect to inform patients of.
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b
Stomach ulcers
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Oesophagitis is an important and common side effect of bisphosphonates. As a result, patients are advised to take their bisphosphonate first thing in the morning with a full glass of water, in the upright position (e.g. sitting upright or standing up), and then stay upright for at least 30 minutes afterwards.
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a
Oesophagitis
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Muscle aches are not a recognized side effect of bisphosphonates. They are more common with statins.
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d
Muscle ache
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Atypical femoral fractures are a recognized side effect of bisphosphonates. However, they are relatively uncommon.
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c
Atypical femoral fractures
Concept
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2693
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Side effects of bisphosphonates
Topic
195
Pharmacology
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What is the most important side effect to warn a patient about who is taking alendronic acid?
a