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Medicines Alendronic acidQuestion & answer

Alendronic acid · Medicine question

Can alendronic acid be used during pregnancy?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Alendronic acid (alendronate) should not be used during pregnancy.

Sources for this answer

Alendronic Acid 70 mg TabletsViatris (formerly Mylan or Upjohn) · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 3Document updated 21 May 2026

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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