Can I take alendronic acid with coffee, milk or mineral water?

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

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No. Use plain water only; coffee, milk, juice and still or sparkling mineral water reduce absorption.

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alendronate sodium trihydrate · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

The answer

No. Use plain water only; coffee, milk, juice and still or sparkling mineral water reduce absorption.

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