High Risk Meds Endocrine

Question 1

BISPHOSPHONATES- examples??

Answer 1

Alendronate and risedronate

Question 2

Bisphosphonates Mechanism of action

Answer 2

These are absorbed onto bone crystals and slow down the rate of bone turnover.

Question 3

Osteonecrosis of the jaw

Answer 3

Patients taking intravenous bisphosphonates are at much higher risk. Patients should have a dental check- up before therapy, routine dental check-ups, keep good oral hygiene and report any oral symptoms such as tooth mobility, discomfort, or swelling, non-healing sores, or discharge to a doctor and dentist throughout therapy.

Question 4

Atypical femoral fractures

Answer 4

Rare possibility, mostly in individuals undergoing long- term therapy. Patients should be informed to report any thigh, hip, or groin pain they have while taking bisphosphonate.

Question 5

Osteonecrosis of the external auditory canal

Answer 5

The incidence of benign idiopathic osteonecrosis of the external auditory is extremely low, occurring mostly in individuals receiving long-term medication. During bisphosphonate therapy, patients should be advised to report any ear discomfort, discharge, or infection.