Fosamax increases a womens risk for atrial fibrillation

Women who have used Fosamax are nearly twice as likely to develop the most common kind of chronically irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) than are those who have never used it, according to research from Group Health and the University of Washington.

They are saying that women that have used the commonly prescribed osteoporosis medication Fosamax have an over 85% higher chance of developing atrial fibrillation then those that have never used the medication. Now, should you run upstairs and flush your Foamax? No indeed.

If you have a high risk for a-fib such as a history of an irregular heart beat, high blood pressure, history of a stroke or symptoms of a “fluttering” heart or palpitations you should make an appointment to discuss matters with your doctor. Make sure the benefits out way the risks.

via Science Daily