Endocrine - Osteoporosis Flashcards
1
Q
Osteoporosis Treatment?
A
Bisphosphonates such as:
Alendronic acid / Risedronate sodium
Once weekly
2
Q
Post menopausal osteoporosis?
A
- Ibandronic acid
- denosumab
- Raloxifene
- Strontium
3
Q
Severe Osteoporosis treatment?
A
Teriparatide
4
Q
Osteoporosis for men treatment?
A
Strontium
Teriparatide
Denosumab
-
Zoledronic acid
STD-Z
5
Q
Bisphonate MHRA Warning?
A
Fracture (thigh,hip,groin)
Jaws (dental, sore)
Auditory canal necrosis (infection)
REFER ANY OF THESE WHEN TAKING BISPHONATES
6
Q
Common Bisphonate reaction?
A
Oesophageal reaction
7
Q
How to reduce Oesohagul reaction?
A
Take with water
Stand upright with 30mins after
8
Q
When to take Risedronate?
A
2 hrs before & After food
30mins before breakfast
