SUTURE ANCHORS. There are many suture anchors on the market today. In general, they can be classified as screw-in or and nonâscrew-in anchors. To assist with the selection of the proper anchor, it is important to understand the basic biology of tissue healing.
DRUG DESCRIPTION. FOSAMAX (alendronate sodium) is a bisphosphonate that acts as a specific inhibitor of osteoclastmediated bone resorption. Bisphosphonates are synthetic analogs of pyrophosphate that bind to the hydroxyapatite found in bone.
Currently, generic Fosamax (alendronate sodium) is made by a number of companies, such as Barr Pharmaceuticals and Teva Pharmaceuticals. The drug comes in tablet form and is available in five strengths. A liquid version of generic Fosamax is also available.