MOA

Question 1

1st line inhibits osteoclasts and bone resorption?

for osteoporosis

Answer 1

bisphosphonates

Question 2

binds RANKL blocking ability to bind to the RANK receptor so it blocks the synthesis of osteoclasts?

osteoporosis

Answer 2

rank ligand inhibitor

Question 3

binds to and activates estrogen receptors?

for postmenopausal osteoporosis tx and prevention

Answer 3

SERM

Question 4

for postmenopausal osteoporosis in women 5 yrs past?

Answer 4

calcitonin

Question 5

stimulates new bone formation

severe osteoporosis

Answer 5

PTH analog, teriparatide

PTH analog, romosozumab