Question

A 70-year-old woman with osteoporosis is prescribed Alendronic Acid 70mg once weekly. Which instruction is crucial for ensuring efficacy and minimising the risk of oesophagitis?

Accepted Answer

Take the tablet first thing in the morning on an empty stomach with plenty of water and remain upright for at least 30 minutes

Answer

Take the tablet immediately after breakfast

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Take the tablet with a glass of milk

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Take the tablet with the evening meal

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Take the tablet at bedtime

Practice question

A 70-year-old woman with osteoporosis is prescribed Alendronic Acid 70mg once weekly. Which instruction is crucial for ensuring efficacy and minimising the risk of oesophagitis?