Question

A 70-year-old woman with known osteoporosis is prescribed alendronic acid 70mg once weekly. Which of the following instructions is most crucial to prevent oesophageal irritation?

Accepted Answer

Remain upright for at least 30 minutes after taking the tablet.

Answer

Take with a full glass of milk.

Answer

Take immediately after food.

Answer

Take at bedtime to allow overnight absorption.

Answer

Crush the tablet if difficulty swallowing.

Practice question

A 70-year-old woman with known osteoporosis is prescribed alendronic acid 70mg once weekly. Which of the following instructions is most crucial to prevent oesophageal irritation?