BINOSTO vs FOSAMAX
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
70/100
Pharmacy pays
~$7.76 /30
~$7.76 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
ALENDRONATE SODIUM
ALENDRONATE SODIUM
Dosage forms
Tablet, effervescent
Tablet
Drug class
Bisphosphonate
Bisphosphonate
Boxed warning
None
None
Treats
Extramammary Paget Disease, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
Extramammary Paget Disease, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Binosto or Fosamax?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $7.76 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Binosto and Fosamax?
Both Binosto and Fosamax share the active ingredient Alendronate Sodium.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.