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Can Exercise Prevent Osteoporosis?

Nothing is guaranteed 100% to prevent osteoporosis; with so many factors involved in its development, there’s no silver bullet. But exercise is certainly a factor that can keep aging bones healthy and lower your risk of both osteopenia and osteoporosis. This quick guide examines the best exercises for gaining and maintaining good bone... Read moreChevron
posted 09/11/2011, comments (2)|
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Osteoporosis Expert: Dr. Elizabeth Shane Testifies at FDA Bisphosphonate Meeting

Dr. Elizabeth Shane will speak before the FDA tomorrow to discuss the risk and benefits of long-term use of bisphosphonates, in light of recent developments of osteonecrosis of the jaw (jaw bone death), renal failure warnings and atypical femur fractures.   Dr. Shane is the past-president of the American Society for Bone and Mineral... Read moreChevron
posted 09/08/2011, comments (0)|
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Agenda and Questions for FDA’s Meeting on Bisphosphonates

   Friday September 9, 2011 the Drug Safety and Risk Management Committee will meet to discuss the issues involving Bisphosphonates for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis.   The Food and Drug Administration released the background materials for this meeting on September 7, 2011 and the issues for committee consideration... Read moreChevron
posted 09/07/2011, comments (2)|
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Renal Failure Warnings for Reclast®

The FDA has initiated an additional warning for Reclast® on September 1, 2011 for renal failure and kidney impairment; and warns that patients with kidney dysfunction should not use this drug.   Reclast's (zoledronic acid) label was originally changed in 2009, recommending creatinine clearance testing prior to administration, with a... Read moreChevron
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Fosamax Side Effects and History

Fosamax® (alendronate sodium) is one of the bisphosphonates used to treat osteoporosis, and it's been in use since 1995.  Since this drug has been on the market the longest, we have more long-term data on its precautions and warnings.   Many of our members ask questions about this drug so we wanted to explain its risks and... Read moreChevron
posted 08/27/2011, comments (7)|
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