Osteoporosis Medications
| Type | Function | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Antiresorptive agents | Reduce osteoclast function | Bisphosphonates: alendronate, risedronate, zoledronic acid |
| Selective estrogen receptor modulators | Act on estrogen receptors to downmodulate osteoclast activity | Raloxifene, bazedoxifene (FRAX) |
| RANK ligand inhibitors | Block osteoclast maturation | Denosumab |
| Anabolic agents | Promote new bone formation | Abaloparatide teriparatide |