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Osteoporosis
Mother is 66 years old and has osteoporoisis.. Endocrinology doctor prescribed Zoledronic acid infusion Yearly.. But we already take Osteofos tablet weekly and Vit D tablet monthly.. Can we keep using this medication instead of the injection?? Will it be equally effective?
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Dr. Deepthi Kareti
Diabetologist
14 yrs exp
Hyderabad
As she already has osteoporosis, injection will be more effective and can prevent fracture in the future.
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Dr. Komal Bhandari Totla
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Solapur
Injection will be better option.. More effective
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