Drug Therapy for Osteoporosis

Hormone replacement is clearly indicated for the prevention and treatment of
osteoporosis. Although its importance in treating this disease is no longer
questioned, much remains to be fully understood about its effective application
in practice. Drug Therapy for Osteoporosis examines what is known about the
progress of osteoporosis and describes the impact of hormone replacement
therapy. The author reviews the option for using SERMs as opposed to
conventional HRT regimens, discusses not only the effectiveness of treatment
but also the recommended duration, and provides clear guidelines on the
laboratory evaluation of osteoporosis.


Contents:
1. Overview of Osteoporosis 2. Laboratory Evaluation of Osteoporosis 3.
Estrogen 4. SERMs 5. Bisphosphonates 6. Teriparatide 7. Other Therapies 8. Index