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Neil Gonter, MD

Neil Gonter, MD

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Internist, Rheumatologist
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 moreChevron
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Lila de Tantillo

Lila de Tantillo

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Journalist, Caregiver
posted 07/30/2007, comment (1)

The First 48 Hours: Osteoporosis Medications

When Michelle Easton, 56, was diagnosed with osteoporosis five years ago, her doctor prescribed Fosamax. Michelle was diligent about taking the pill every week - and remaining upright for the required time afterward without eating or drinking anything other than water - but over the next few years, her bone density decreased further. But Michelle,... Read moreChevron
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Neil Gonter, MD

Neil Gonter, MD

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Internist, Rheumatologist
posted 07/12/2007, comment (1)

Fosamax, Forteo - How Do You Decide Which Treatment Works After Breast Cancer?

Reader Question: My mom is 75 and is recovering from a fractured wrist and arm. She has been taking Fosamax for about three months. Is there any other treatment? I was wondering if she could take Forteo because she had radiation for breast cancer. It was the estrogen receptor form of cancer and not bone cancer. I read that patients who had... Read moreChevron
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