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Have you experienced or read about negative, and even dangerous, side effects from Fosamax (alendronate), Boniva (ibandronate), Actonel (risedronate), and other bisphosphonates prescribed for osteoporosis? If you have, then rest assured there is a safe, effective treatment for this condition. Strontium, primarily in the form of strontium citrate, is taken orally once a day. Studies have shown the bones it rebuilds may be stronger than those rebuilt by the bisphosphonates.

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Tuesday, September 27, 2011

New BONIVA Advertisement Features Correction

Have you seen the latest BONIVA ad? Apparently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has forced Roche Therapeutics Inc. to recant a previous unsubstantiated claim about their product, which contains ibandronate sodium, a bisphosphonate. I saw this ad in the September 25, 2011, Parade magazine, which is included with my Sunday newspaper. The title and first two paragraphs of the advertisement concern the correction:

“An important correction from BONIVA for women with postmenopausal osteoporosis”

“You may have seen an ad about BONIVA for the treatment and prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis that may have given you the wrong impression. Our ads stated that ‘After one year on BONIVA, 9 out of 10 women stopped and reversed their bone loss.’ The FDA has found that there is not enough evidence to support this statement and wants us to clear up any misunderstanding you may have had about these ads and make sure you have the correct information about BONIVA.”

“BONIVA has not been proven to stop and reverse bone loss in 9 out of 10 women and is not a cure for postmenopausal osteoporosis. BONIVA has been shown to help increase bone mass and help reduce the chance of having a spinal fracture (break). We encourage all patients to discuss their treatment with their healthcare provider. Only your doctor can determine if BONIVA is right for you.”
Posted by BoneLady at 12:04 PM
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1 comments:

Anonymous said...

Its the only bisphosphonate which doesn't claim to have effect on hip either!

October 20, 2011 3:51 PM

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Wandering Skeleton

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Artist: Joel Hoekstra

Osteoporotic Bone

Osteoporotic Bone
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How Strontium Builds Bones

Strontium is a mineral that tends to accumulate in bone. Studies have shown that oral doses of strontium are a safe and effective way to prevent and reverse osteoporosis. Doses of 680 mg per day appear to be optimal. See my "For More Information About Strontium" links section.

Osteoporosis is caused by changes in bone production. In healthy young bones there is a constant cycle of new bone growth and bone removal. With age, more bone is removed and less new bone is produced. The bones become less dense and thus more fragile.

Scientists believe that strontium works in two ways. It may stimulate the replication of pre-osteoblasts, leading to an increase in osteoblasts (cells that build bone). Strontium also directly inhibits the activity of osteoclasts (cells that break down bone). The result is stronger bones.

When taking strontium, be sure to take 1200 mg calcium, 1000 IU vitamin D3, and 500 mg magnesium daily. It is best to take strontium late at night on an empty stomach. Calcium and strontium may compete with each other for absorption if taken together.