Osteoporosis Drug
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Does Fosamax cause jaw disease?
Daily News Central
It actually might. Many individuals are suing Merck because they believe this osteoporosis drug caused their painful jaw rotting disease.
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Library of resources
Health Central
Peruse these links for info on osteoporosis drugs and other treatments. Read excellent overviews and watch helpful videos. A surplus of data that isn't overwhelming.
Guide to your meds
WebMD
See which osteoporosis drugs are used to prevent and treat the condition. Click on each medication for a thorough, helpful description.
QA with expert
Mayo Clinic
What are common osteoporosis drugs, are they working and should I take a supplement, too? Get the answers to these and other related questions.
Your medication table
NIAMS
Use this helpful table with osteoporosis drugs as your quick reference for finding out FDA approval, how each medication's administered and potential side effects.
Don't forget about diet
Helpguide
Along with taking an osteoporosis drug, understand how to incorporate calcium and vitamin D into your diet. Follow the great links at the bottom.
Watch array of videos
Everyday Health
Choose from a library of videos, including videos on osteoporosis drugs and treatment, to gain a complete picture of osteoporosis. Get info on hidden causes, prevention, screening and consequences.
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Understanding your meds
Corey Naham
Good site to use as a springboard for your research on osteoporosis drugs. Access links for official drug sites, prescribing information and research study abstracts.
Reclast saves lives?
RxList
This new osteoporosis drug might help you live longer after fracturing a bone. Read the evidence here.
Actonel: A speedy drug
Medicine Net
According to a 2006 study, the osteoporosis drug Actonel seems to work faster at preventing hip fractures when compared with Fosamax, another drug.
Actonel and cancer
Science Daily
New study suggests the osteoporosis drug Actonel protects against bone loss in women who've undergone cancer treatments.
This comprehensive overview will help you understand osteoporosis drugs more fully. You'll find several valuable tables and discussions of each type of medication.
