Hormone Therapy Drugs May Be Linked to Severe Side Effects
A recent study published in an edition of the New England Journal of Medicine looked at the pros and cons of several hormone replacement therapy treatments. The study determined that while drugs do "offer relief for women who get symptoms of the menopause," some types of drugs can "carry a small risk of some serious problems, such as breast cancer or a stroke."
The BMJ Group study was ceased prematurely when risks of several treatments became prevalent. Many reports have noted that some HRT drugs have not been studied in combination with other medications, including Fosamax, an osteoporosis drug often used in conjunction with HRT treatment.
What are Hormone Treatments?
Hormone replacement therapy treatments occur when women undergoing menopause have ovaries that decrease production of the female hormones estrogen and progesterone.Hormone replacement therapies are associated with both benefits and risks. Several long-term benefits, according to the Mayo Clinic are as follow:
- prevention and decreased risk of developing osteoporosis.
- a decreased risk of colorectal cancer.
- decreasing the onset of heart disease among many patients.
Additional health risks that exist include the following:
- an increased risk of heart disease among some patients.
- more instances of breast cancer among patients.
- an increased risk of stroke.
- the potential onset of blood clots among women patients.
Prescription Drug Dangers.
Because there are several prescription drug dangers that exist with consumption of hormone replacement therapy treatments, it is necessary for a pre- and post-menopausal patient to know the dangers surrounding HRT drugs as well as companion drugs such as Fosamax.
Fosamax, which is used to treat osteoporosis among patients, is commonly prescribed to women following a menopausal diagnosis. Merck and Co manufactures Fosamax, also known by its generic name sodium alendronate., and was released in 2001. Recently, the drug was linked to the onset of dead jaw or osteonecrosis (ONJ) among patients, which is considered a painful deterioration of the bone and bone mass within the body.
Patients who have suffered from the Fosamax risk should seek medical attention immediately as well as consult with a pharmaceutical attorney who can provide a freelegal consultation to patients suffering from the drug's side effects. It may be necessary for a patient to develop a Fosamax class action lawsuit in which monetary compensation could be derived for the damages endured by a Fosamax patient. Individuals may contact an experienced Fosamax attorney to learn more about developing a Fosamax case.
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