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Neil Gonter, MD

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posted 12/14/2007, comments (2)

Evista (Raloxifene), Breast Cancer and Osteoporosis

For the past few years, most physicians have routinely treated osteoporosis in the same manner. The most commonly used medication class is the bisphosphonates (Fosamax, Actonel, Boniva and Reclast). The reason for this is quite obvious. The increases in bone mineral density, the decrease in fracture risk, the tolerability, and the route of... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/07/2007, comments (0)

Start Right, Stay Strong challenge

Saturday morning I got up at 5:30 a.m. to head to the local mall - and not for a sale. I made the trek to Pembroke Lakes Mall to participate in the Start Right, Stay Strong challenge. The mall walking event is part of a series, sponsored by Ladies Home Journal and the National Osteoporosis Foundation, being held around the country this fall to... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/07/2007, comments (2)

Arrythmia Update - Fosamax and Reclast

The FDA is studying whether bisphosphonates cause irregular heart rhythms, and so far the results are good. While some research had indicated more such problems for those taking Fosamax and Reclast than for those on a placebo, the FDA has not found a causal relationship and says the concern is not a reason to discontinue the medication. The agency... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/02/2007, comments (0)

Osteoporosis Screening: If a Portable Scanner Indicates Bone Loss

You're concerned about your bone health. Perhaps you've heard the worrisome statistics - that up to half of postmenopausal women, and a quarter of older men, develop osteoporosis. So on a whim, you decide to get a screening from a portable device that measures the bone density in your finger or heel. But if you get your results and... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/13/2007, comments (60)

Reclast (Zoledronic Acid) vs. Fosamax, Boniva and Actonel

There is exciting news in the field of osteoporosis. A new medication was FDA approved last month. Is this medication right for you? A novel approach for the treatment of osteoporosis has just been approved by the FDA. It is called Reclast (Zoledronic acid). This revolutionary medication is a once a year, 15 minute infusion, which will... Read more Chevron

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