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A 53-year-old female asked:
Which is the safest osteoporosis treatment between raloxifene and strontium ranelate or are they equal in similar side effects?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. David Sneidanswered
Endocrinology 43 years experience
Benefits vs risks: Both therapies have definite risks and benefits. Not as familiar with strontium since it's not approved in the us. Check w/your doctor re: your specific needs and indications.
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Dr. Alan Feldmananswered
43 years experience
Unknown comparison: Raloxifene is a medication that has effects similar to estrogen on the bone. Strontium ranelate is an organic form of the element strontium. It has effects on bone that are different than raloxifene. It is not approved for use in the us but is available in europe. There are no comparative studies between the two drugs. Both have different potential side effects. You need to talk to your doc.
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