Journal
CURRENT OSTEOPOROSIS REPORTS
Volume 15, Issue 4, Pages 343-352Publisher
SPRINGER
DOI: 10.1007/s11914-017-0376-x
Keywords
Osteoporosis; anabolic; anti-remodeling; combination; sequential
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- Amgen
- Merck
- Radius Health
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Purpose of review The objective of this review is to update evidence regarding the use of osteoporosis drugs in sequence or in combination to optimize increases in bone mass and strength. Recent findings Simultaneous use of denosumab plus teriparatide produces larger increases in BMD than does monotherapy. The use of bisphosphonates or denosumab after teriparatide results in progressive gains in BMD. When switching from bisphosphonates and especially denosumab to teriparatide, an overlap of 6-12 months may prevent the transient loss of BMD in cortical sites. Phase 3 trials document fracture risk reduction with anabolic therapy for 12-18 months followed by an anti-remodeling drug. Summary With the exception of adding teriparatide to ongoing denosumab therapy, there is little evidence to support the use of more than one osteoporosis drug at a time. In contrast, sequential therapy regimens of anabolic drugs followed by potent anti-remodeling agents will be the new standard for treating patients at imminent risk of fracture.
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