The aim of the treatment of osteoporosis is to reduce the pain associated with it, decrease the amount of bone loss and prevent further fractures. Various medications have been advised that either decrease the amount of bone loss or augment the amount of bone formation in individuals affected with osteoporosis. These include hormone replacement therapy with hormones, calcium and vitamin D supplementation (available as over-the-counter medications), cacitonin, bisphosphonates and raloxifene therapy. The type of medication, its dosage and duration of therapy is decided by the doctor, based on the severity and stage of osteoporosis.¹         

Written by: Healthplus24 team
Date: Dec19th,08 

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• Causes of osteoporosis
• Diagnosis of osteoporosis
• Risk factors for osteoporosis
• Symptoms of osteoporosis