DRUGS USED OSTEOPROSIS Flashcards

1
Q

Vitamin D?

A

Cholecalciferol (D3)
Ergocalciferol (D2)

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2
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The side effects of BISPHOSPHONATES?

A

Gastro-esophageal reflux + ulceration and esophagitis.
• osteonecrosis of the jaw
• Fracture in long bone (femur)

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3
Q

The side effects of Estrogen and
androgen?

A

• vaginal bleeding
• risk of breast cancer, endometrial
cancer
• venous thromboembolism (CAD).

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4
Q

What’s the selective estrogen
Receptor modulator?

A

Raloxifene

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5
Q

Given as nasal sparay.?

A

Calcitonin

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