Dear Doctor: This common osteoporosis med increases risk of developing osteonecrosis of the jaw

ANSWER: Denosumab (Prolia) is a treatment for osteoporosis that is normally given as an injection every six months. Among its ...
Medscape

Denosumab Not Tied to Atypical Fractures in Real-World Study

No increase in subtrochanteric or diaphyseal femur fractures was seen with denosumab use compared with bisphosphonates in 4 ...
The Vindicator

TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH: Extraction of tooth can invite risks

I’m a 79-year-old female who’s in good health. I am 5 feet tall and weigh 95 pounds, and I’m very active. I’ve been taking Prolia for the past two to three years for osteoporosis, which has since ...
Everyday Health on MSN

Osteoporosis drugs that build and restore bone: Are these right for you?

Anabolic agents work differently from other osteoporosis medications in that they don't just slow down bone loss — they can trigger the growth of new bone.