Question:
Can I take fasomax after RNY- open. Surgery was 1-16-2003

   — Donna L. (posted on February 29, 2004)

February 29, 2004
There is an OSSG-osteoporosis list. Although I have steadily refused to take Fasomax (pouch burner), there may be some other things you can do for your osteoporosis. If you take it, just be aware of the dangers it has for us. This is the only link I have: [email protected]
   — vitalady

March 2, 2004
I have been taking fosamax for over a year now. I take 5 mg. every day, and I do not have ANY problems with it. In fact, I recently had a bone mineral scan and showed an improvement in my bone mass. Talk to your doctor about exactly how important it is for you to take the fosamax. Have you been diagnosed with osteoporosis already? If so, how bad is it? Sure, there are disadvantages or possible side effects from any medications, but if you truly need fosamax, having had RNY shouldn't keep you from taking it. I had my RNY in Dec. 2000. (By the way, the osteoporosis is not from the RNY, it is from long term use of steroids.) If you want to ask me about it, please feel free to email me at [email protected] Good luck. Maria
   — Maria H.

March 3, 2004
I to had osteoporosis before surgery , found out at age 34 now 37. Doctor says no to fosamax but I do use a nasal spray that is called miacalcin that is suppose to work like fosamax
   — cindy S.