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Can all osteoporosis medications build bone?
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No: Not all osteoporosis drugs "build bone." some medications will slow down the breakdown of bone while others will actually build bone. Talk to your doctor about which one is appropriate for you.
Answered 9/28/2016
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No: The medication does not build bone ...But most help with breakdown slowdown.
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