Two fairly small studies reported in Family Practice News indicated that drugs like Fosamox and Boneva increased the quantity of bone growth, but decreased the quality so that there was an increased risk of fractures of the Femur after long-term use. Even though the studies were small, one of the studies was supported by biopsy findings and the other compared the results with calcium and low-dose vitamin D supplementation. Those patients taking supplements had better long-term results. Those taking at least 5000 iu of vitamin D might have even better results.
See Family Practice News (click here), 3/15/2010, p. 1-2.
No comments:
Post a Comment