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Osteoporosis Flashcards

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Boniva (Ibandronate)

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Bisphosphonate
Inhibits osteoclast resorption, increases bone density

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Fosamax (Alendronate)

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Bisphosphonate
Inhibits osteoclast resorption

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Reclast (Zoledronic acid)

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Bisphosphonate

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Rocaltrol (Calcitrol)

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Vitamin D that modulates bone formation

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Forteo (Teriparatide)

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PTH
Mimics PTH to increase osteoblastic activity

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Evista (Raloxifene)

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Mimics estrogen to stop bone loss in menopausal women

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Miacalcin (Calcitonin)

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Inhibits osteoclasts, increases calcium
Treats Paget’s disease

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Prolia (Denosumab)

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RANK-L inhibitor; decreases bone breakdown

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Evenity (Romosozumab)

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Blocks sclerostin; increases bone formation

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