Some of the specific anchor qualities that should be considered include the size and shape of the anchors, type and location of the eyelet in the anchor, anchor material, method of insertion, and method of failure . 3 Barber and associates have carried out a number of studies on the fixation strength of various suture anchors and their modes of failure and have recently published updates with information on the latest designs. 6, 7
Alendronic acid (INN) or alendronate sodium (USAN) â sold as Fosamax by Merck â is a bisphosphonate drug used for osteoporosis and several other bone diseases.It is marketed alone as well as in combination with vitamin D (2,800 IU and 5,600 IU, under the name Fosamax+D).Merck's U.S. patent on alendronate expired in 2008 and the drug is now available as a generic.t is marketed alone as well as in combination with vitamin D (2,800 IU and 5,600 IU, under the name Fosamax+D). Merck's U.S. patent on alendronate expired in 2008 and the drug is now available as a generic.
Alendronate is in the group of medicines called bisphosphonates (bis FOS fo nayts). It alters the cycle of bone formation and breakdown in the body. Alendronate slows bone loss while increasing bone mass, which may prevent bone fractures. Cholecalciferol is a form of vitamin D, and is important for the absorption of calcium from the stomach and for the functioning of calcium in the body. Alendronate and cholecalciferol is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis. Alendronate and cholecalciferol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. You should not take this medicine if you have low levels of calcium in your blood (hypocalcemia), or a problem with the movement of muscles in your esophagus.