SUTURE ANCHORS. There are many suture anchors on the market today. In general, they can be classified as screw-in or and nonâscrew-in anchors. To assist with the selection of the proper anchor, it is important to understand the basic biology of tissue healing.
DRUG DESCRIPTION. FOSAMAX (alendronate sodium) is a bisphosphonate that acts as a specific inhibitor of osteoclastmediated bone resorption. Bisphosphonates are synthetic analogs of pyrophosphate that bind to the hydroxyapatite found in bone.
Applies to alendronate: oral solution, oral tablet, oral tablet effervescent. In addition to its needed effects, some unwanted effects may be caused by alendronate (the active ingredient contained in Fosamax). In the event that any of these side effects do occur, they may require medical attention.