Bisphosphonate drug holidays: One size does not fit all

Abstract: Bisphosphonates have been safely used to treat osteoporosis, effectively reducing fracture risk after 3 to 5 years of treatment. Recent concerns about long-term safety coupled with posttreatment fracture risk reduction have increased support for drug holidays. The decision to start low-risk patients on drug holidays must be based on current fracture risk assessment.
Source: The Nurse Practitioner - Category: Nursing Tags: Feature: BISPHOSPHONATES Source Type: research