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.
Antiresorptive medication slows down the breakdown of bone. This helps to prevent bone loss and lower the risk of fracture. Bisphosphonate antiresorptive medications: 1  alendronate-generic medication (Brand name: Fosamaxâ¢, Fosamaxâ¢ Plus D).2  risedronate (Brand name: Actonelâ¢, Actonelâ¢ with Calcium).3  ibandronate (Brand name: Bonivaâ¢).4  zoledronic acid (Brand name: Reclastâ¢).he medication your health care provider recommends for you, will determine how it will be taken. Some medications come in pill form injection, or intravenous. How often you take your medicine will also vary for each medication.