Alendronic Acid - Alendronate: What It Is, How And When It Is Taken

Belonging to the group of bisphosphonates, alendronic acid is administered orally to carry out its therapeutic action. Numerous medicines based on alendronic acid are available on the market that contain both the active ingredient alone - generally in the form of sodium alendronate - both the active ingredient in combination with cholecalciferol. To be dispensed, these medicines require a repeatable medical prescription; however, being classified as class A drugs, where applicable, their cost can be reimbursed by the National Health System (SSN) It should be noted that for some alendronic acid-alendronate medicines, a patient fee may be required.