Osteoporosis may be a forgotten disease – common but rarely treated. The 2023 guidelines are not here. Join host, Geoff Wall, as he reviews the new treatment recommendations and how we can optimize pharmacotherapy for all persons with osteoporosis.
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Osteoporosis is common and routine screenings should be implemented. Bisphosphonates are still the drug of choice, but treatment for persons over 65 should be made on a case-by-case basis.
Show Segments
00:00 - Introduction
00:25 - Background on Osteoporosis
04:17 - How Guidelines Are Formed
08:45 - Bisphosphonate Recommendation
14:14 - Denosumab Recommendation
16:40 - Anabolic Drugs
20:40 - SERMs
22:24 - The GameChanger: Recommendations Summary
27:20 - Closing Remarks
Host
Geoff Wall, PharmD, BCPS, FCCP, CGP
Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Drake University
Internal Medicine/Critical Care, UnityPoint Health
References and Resources
Pharmacologic Treatment of Primary Osteoporosis or Low Bone Mass to Prevent Fractures in Adults: A Living Clinical Guideline From the American College of Physicians.
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Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Discuss the epidemiology and diagnosis of osteoporosis
2. Apply the treatment guidelines for osteoporosis to a specific patient
0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-23-063-H01-P
Initial release date: 01/06/2023
Expiration date: 01/06/2024
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