What are the side effects of bisphosphonates?
The main side effects with any of the bisphosphonates are: • Stomach upset • Heartburn To ease these potential side effects, take the medication on an empty stomach with a tall glass of water. And don’t lie down or bend over for 30 to 60 minutes to avoid the medicine washing back up into the esophagus. The majority of women who follow these tips don’t experience these side effects. But it’s possible for an unlucky few who take the medicine correctly to still have stomach upset or heartburn. Rarely, eye redness and eye pain can occur, and that needs to be evaluated immediately. Some people experience pain or aching in their bones while taking bisphosphonates, in particular. This might be due to other factors, but it’s still important to talk with your doctor if you experience these side effects after starting therapy. Bisphosphonates also have the potential to affect the jawbone. Osteonecrosis of the jaw is a rare condition in which a section of jawbone dies and deteriorates. This occur
