Question

A 70-year-old with osteoporosis is prescribed alendronate. According to NICE and BNF, which instruction is essential regarding administration?

Accepted Answer

Remain upright for at least 30 minutes after taking with a full glass of water

Answer

Take with food to improve absorption

Answer

Take at bedtime and lie down immediately

Answer

Crush the tablet and mix with juice

Answer

Avoid calcium supplements

Practice question

A 70-year-old with osteoporosis is prescribed alendronate. According to NICE and BNF, which instruction is essential regarding administration?