Audio Qbank – Q171 – A 64F with osteoporosis

 

A 64-year-old woman with osteoporosis is prescribed alendronate. Which of the following is the most likely adverse effect of commencing this agent?

 

Compacted, tarry stools
Loose stools
Loss of bone from femoral head
QT-prolongation
Sore throat

 

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