Benefits of osteoporosis drugs outweigh a risk, study says
Friday, May 27, 2011 - 23:00
in Health & Medicine
Researchers conclude that drug-induced fractures are rare among patients who take bisphosphonates.Osteoporosis drugs can definitely strengthen bones. However, studies and patient reports over the last four years have uncovered a surprising danger: In some cases, these drugs seem to be breaking bones instead of protecting them.