One particular side effect of Fosamax is irritation of the esophagus. The manufacturers of Fosamax are being sued because a number of patients had this serious adverse event occur. Patients are supposed to remain upright after taking the medication and take with a full glass of water to prevent the side effect. This was not clearly communicated.
The most serious side effect of Fosamax, the reason people are suing is called Osteonecrosis of the Jaw. This is linked to the temporary and permanent loss of bone tissue.
They are being sued because the medications side effect are causing jaw and bone pain and deformity's. The FDA has gotten involved which means it may be pulled from the market soon. Speak to your Doctor is you are taking it and find a suitable replacement therapy.
Side efffects are: nausea, abdominal cramping, flatulence, diarrhea, severe constipation, ulceration of the esophogus. People are suing them for personal injury because of the serious nature of certain side effects.
