Apo-Alendronate/Vitamin D3 Side Effects

APO-ALENDRONATE / VITAMIN D₃ may have unintended or undesirable effects.
Digestive problems such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation; Disorders of the esophagus including irritation which can cause chest pain, heartburn or difficulty or pain upon swallowing. Esophageal reactions may worsen if patients continue to take APO-ALENDRONATE / VITAMIN D₃ after developing symptoms suggesting irritation of the esophagus. If difficulty or pain upon swallowing, chest pain, or new or worsening heartburn develop, stop taking APO-ALENDRONATE / VITAMIN D₃ immediately and call the doctor.
Bone, muscle and/or joint pain which is rarely severe; Joint swelling or swelling in the hands or legs; Transient flu-like symptoms (rarely with fever); Rash that may be made worse by sunlight, hair loss; Allergic reactions such as hives or, rarely, swelling of the face, lips, tongue and/or throat, which may cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing, may occur; Dizziness, vertigo (spinning sensation) or a changed sense of taste; Symptoms of low blood calcium (for example, numbness or tingling around the mouth or in the hands or feet; muscle spasms in the face, hands, or feet); Mouth ulcers have occurred when the tablet was chewed or dissolved in the mouth.
If any of these affects the patient severely, he/she should tell the doctor or pharmacist. (See table.)

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This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking APO-ALENDRONATE / VITAMIN D₃, contact the doctor or pharmacist.