Osteoporosis Self-Care/Nonpharmacological Treatment Flashcards
1
Q
Universal recommendations for all patients
A
Balanced diet Limit caffeine to 1-2 servings a day Smoking cessation Avoidance of excessive alcohol intake Regular weight-bearing exercise and muscle-strengthening exercise Fall prevention
2
Q
Calcium recommended dosing
A
Adults 50+ should get 1200mg/day, preferably from diet but supplement if necessary
3
Q
Calcium risks
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CV risk, kidney stones, bloating, constipation, acute distress
4
Q
Calcium drug interactions
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Acid-reducing agents, levothyroxine, quinolone, TTC ABX, bisphosphonates
5
Q
Acid-dependent calcium formulations
A
Calcium carbonate (take w/ food)
6
Q
Acid-independent calcium formulations
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Calcium citrate (take w/ or w/o food)
7
Q
Vitamin D recommendations
A
Adults 50+: 1000 IU/day
Safe upper limit is 4000 IU/day
8
Q
Optimal level of vit. D
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≥30 ng/ml
9
Q
Deficient vit. D dosing
A
5000 IU of D3 daily for 8-12 weeks, then 1000-2000 IU QD
Alt: 50000 IU of D3 daily for 8-12 weeks, then 1000-2000 IU QD
