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Bisphosphonate counselling — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient taking weekly alendronic acid reports indigestion and admits she takes the tablet with breakfast before returning to bed. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: E — Take it with water on rising and remain upright before eating

Alendronic acid must be taken correctly to reduce oesophageal irritation and improve absorption. It should be taken with plain water after getting up, with the patient remaining upright and delaying food. The other options either delay appropriate care, use an unsuitable medicine, or miss the main safety issue.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS