Fosamax (alendronate sodium) is an osteoporosis drug manufactured by Merck to treat bone loss. Fosamax is prescribed to millions of people to reduce the risk of bone fractures, primarily involving the hip. Hundreds of Fosamax lawsuits have already been filed by consumers who experienced severe side effects from taking Fosamax. These side effects included a rare decay of the jawbone known as osteonecrosis of the jaw, or ONJ.
Updated: March 9, 2010 — Recently, a medical study linked Fosamax to a rare type of bone fracture in the femur.
Fosamax Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (ONJ) Lawsuits
A significant number of Fosamax lawsuits have been filed on behalf of patients who have experienced a severe Fosamax side effect known as osteonecrosis of the jaw, ONJ or “Dead Jaw.” Osteonecrosis of the jaw is a condition marked by pain, swelling, infection, exposed bone and potential deterioration of the jaw bone, oftentimes requiring the removal and reconstruction of the jaw.
For more Fosamax information, see also: Fosamax Osteonecrosis of the Jaw Lawsuits
Fosamax Femur Fractures Lawsuits
A medical study in the Journal of Orthopedic Trauma links Fosamax to a rare type of fracture in the femur. The study looked at 70 patients who experienced low-energy femur fractures, which occur when someone falls from a standing height or less. Of the 70 patients with fractures of the femur, twenty-five of the patients (36%) were taking Fosamax for and average of four years or more.
For more Fosamax information, see also: Fosamax Femur Fracture Lawsuits
Speak to a Fosamax Lawyer
If you took Fosamax and suffered osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ), a broken leg, or femur fracture, we encourage you to contact a Fosamax attorney at our law firm immediately. An experienced product liability attorney can assist you in a legal action against the makers of Fosamax. Contact our law firm and learn more about your legal rights and the options available to you and your family.
