just diagnosed with osteoporosis 4yrs post RNY what med can I take to absorb?

My PCP ordered a powdered form of Fosamax. copay is very high. Price is over $200 as compared with $7 for the tablet. Does anyone have any data on absorption of the osteo drugs?

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