Several types of medication are used to prevent fractures in people with osteoporosis, or "thinning" bones. Some are more effective at preventing certain types of fractures than others.

To prepare for a bone density test, patients should stop taking calcium supplements at least 24 hours before the exam for the ...

Information was obtained from the MEPS from the years 1999 to 2005 for all respondents ages 50 years and older who self-reported as having osteoporosis. In the examination of trends in medication ...