Drug interactions
Alendronate + Ibuprofen / famotidine
Severity: Minor
Alendronate and Ibuprofen / famotidine: minor interaction.
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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.
Summary
Ibuprofen and alendronate can both irritate the upper GI mucosa, although famotidine may offset some of the NSAID gastric risk.
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Other interactions of Alendronate
- Aceclofenac + Alendronate Moderate
- Acemetacin + Alendronate Moderate
- Acetylsalicylic acid + Alendronate Moderate
Drug class
- Alendronate
- Musculoskeletal
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