UK approves abaloparatide, a bone-building drug for severe post-menopausal osteoporosis; reduces spine and arm/wrist fracture risks.

UK approves new bone-building drug, abaloparatide, for post-menopausal women with severe osteoporosis and high fracture risk. Different from anti-resorptive drugs, abaloparatide promotes bone formation by mimicking a natural hormone. Clinical studies show 88% reduced spine fracture risk and 69% reduced arm/wrist fracture risk compared to placebos. Equally effective as teriparatide, common side effects include nausea, dizziness, headaches, and heart palpitations.

August 14, 2024
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