A 43-year-old member asked:
Has or is anyone ever taken an osteoporosis medication called strontium ranelate?
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jeffrey Milleranswered
Rheumatology 53 years experience
Rare: Strontium is rarely used although is theoretically valuable. We have newer much more powerful treatments more proven and less risky
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Dr. Steven Charlapanswered
Holistic Medicine 39 years experience
Only in Europe: Strontium ranelate is only available by prescription in europe. In the U.S., you can only get strontium citrate, which has never been tested. Ranelate is reported to increase bone density, but has also been associated with increasing fracture list. Do not take unless you first discuss with your doctor regarding your other choices.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
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Last updated May 16, 2016
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