Osteoporosis Articles A-Z

Information on Osteoporosis

Ipriflavone

Ipriflavone is a synthetic version of isoflavone, a plant compound similar to estrogen. This portion of the eMedTV library discusses this substance in detail and explains how it is still undetermined whether taking it prevents bone loss.

Ipriflavone for Osteoporosis

As this eMedTV article explains, some postmenopausal women are interested in taking ipriflavone (a synthetic version of isoflavone) instead of hormone therapy for treatment of osteoporosis. This segment talks about ipriflavone for osteoporosis.

Kalcium

Calcium is essential in preventing bones and teeth from breaking down. This article from eMedTV Web site covers other calcium uses and explains how the supplement works for these various uses. Kalcium is a common misspelling of calcium.

Kalsium

Calcium is important for supporting the structure of bones and teeth. This eMedTV article describes what else calcium is used for and explains what you should be aware of before using the supplement. Kalsium is a common misspelling of calcium.

Kalsum

Calcium, an important nutrient, is used to prevent the bones and teeth from breaking down. This eMedTV page explores this mineral in more detail and lists other uses of calcium supplements. Kalsum is a common misspelling of calcium.

Kalzium

Calcium, which is obtained through the diet or supplementation, is important for healthy bones. This eMedTV page covers other benefits of calcium and explains what side effects may occur with the supplement. Kalzium is a common misspelling of calcium.

Medication for Osteoporosis

Miacalcic Nasal Spray

Miacalcin nasal spray can be prescribed to treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. This eMedTV Web page explains the effects of the drug and lists its possible side effects. Miacalcic nasal spray is a common misspelling of Miacalcin nasal spray.

Miacalcin Nasal Spray

Miacalcin nasal spray is an osteoporosis medication that is approved for postmenopausal women. This eMedTV page describes how the drug works, explains when and how to use the nasal spray, and offers general precautions and warnings for the medicine.

Miacalcin Nasal Spray -- Drug Information

Miacalcin Nasal Spray and Breastfeeding

Miacalcin nasal spray is generally not recommended for breastfeeding women. This page of the eMedTV site offers more information on Miacalcin nasal spray and breastfeeding, and explains whether it is likely for the drug to pass through breast milk.

Miacalcin Nasal Spray and Dry Mouth

It is possible to develop a dry mouth while taking Miacalcin nasal spray. This segment of the eMedTV archives offers more information on Miacalcin nasal spray and dry mouth, including a list of suggestions that may provide relief.

Miacalcin Nasal Spray and Hair Loss

Hair loss is a rare but possible side effect of Miacalcin nasal spray. This article from the eMedTV library discusses the link between Miacalcin nasal spray and hair loss in more detail, and explains how common this side effect appears to be.

Miacalcin Nasal Spray and Insomnia

Insomnia is a rare side effect of Miacalcin nasal spray that occurs in less than 1 percent of people. This eMedTV resource further explores Miacalcin nasal spray and insomnia, and explains what you can do to help improve your sleep habits.

Miacalcin Nasal Spray and Pregnancy

The full risks of using Miacalcin nasal spray during pregnancy are unclear. This page on the eMedTV site offers more information on Miacalcin nasal spray and pregnancy, and describes the problems that were seen when it was given to pregnant animals.

Miacalcin Nasal Spray Dosage

The recommended Miacalcin nasal spray dosage for treating osteoporosis is one spray once a day. This eMedTV article contains other important dosing information, including tips on when and how to use Miacalcin nasal spray.

Miacalcin Nasal Spray Drug Interactions

Bisphosphonates can cause Miacalcin nasal spray drug interactions. This eMedTV Web page lists specific bisphosphonate products that could cause drug interactions and describes the potentially negative effects of these interactions.

Miacalcin Nasal Spray Overdose

A Miacalcin nasal spray overdose could cause muscle twitches or spasms, arrhythmia, or seizures. This eMedTV article explains whether an overdose is likely to occur and describes the treatment options that are available.

Miacalcin Nasal Spray Side Effects

Nausea, muscle pain, and fatigue are some of the most commonly reported Miacalcin nasal spray side effects. This eMedTV segment lists other possible side effects of the drug and explains when you should report them to your healthcare provider.

Miacalcin Nasal Spray Uses

Miacalcin nasal spray is used for treating osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. This page from the eMedTV Web site explains how the osteoporosis medication works and discusses possible off-label Miacalcin nasal spray uses.

Miacalcin Nasal Spray Warnings and Precautions

Miacalcin nasal spray can decrease the level of calcium in your blood. This eMedTV page describes other side effects that may occur and lists other Miacalcin nasal spray warnings and precautions that you should be aware of before starting treatment.

Micalcin Nasal Spray

Miacalcin nasal spray is a medicine that can be prescribed to treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. This eMedTV article provides a brief overview of the medication. Micalcin nasal spray is a common misspelling of Miacalcin nasal spray.

Osteoparosis

This eMedTV page explains that osteoporosis is a bone disease that causes the bones to become fragile. This page also covers common causes of this disease and which bones are more commonly affected. Osteoparosis is a common misspelling of osteoporosis.

Osteopena

Osteopenia is a type of bone disease that occurs when bone is lost faster than the body can create it. This eMedTV page describes how osteopenia differs from osteoporosis and explains how it is diagnosed. Osteopena is a common misspelling of osteopenia.

Osteopeni

Osteopenia is a milder form of osteoporosis. This eMedTV Web article explains how osteopenia is diagnosed and discusses how people who have osteopenia are at an increased risk of developing osteoporosis. Osteopeni is a common misspelling of osteopenia.

Osteopenia

Osteopenia is not the same as osteoporosis, although both are characterized by decreased bone density. This eMedTV Web page explains the difference between the two conditions and explains how they are diagnosed.

Osteopenia Symptoms

There are usually no osteopenia symptoms, and the disease can go undiagnosed until a fracture occurs. This eMedTV segment explains how, in the absence of osteopenia symptoms, regular bone density scans are used to screen for osteopenia.

Osteoperosis

Osteoporosis is a type of bone disease that results in millions of bone fractures each year. This eMedTV page takes a brief look at osteoporosis and provides a link to more detailed information. Osteoperosis is a common misspelling of osteoporosis.

Osteoperosis Medications

Estrogen therapy, alendronate, and risedronate are some of the medications used to treat osteoporosis. This eMedTV page describes these and other drugs used for osteoporosis. Osteoperosis medications is a common misspelling of osteoporosis medications.

Osteoperosis Treatment

Proper nutrition, exercise, and medications may help treat osteoporosis. This eMedTV page provides a brief overview of osteoporosis treatment, and offers a link to more information. Osteoperosis treatment is a common misspelling of osteoporosis treatment.

Osteopetrosis

Osteoporosis is a type of disease that causes bones to become thin and more susceptible to fracture. This eMedTV article takes a further look at osteoporosis and describes possible treatment options. Osteopetrosis is a common misspelling of osteoporosis.

Osteopina

Osteopenia is similar to osteoporosis, but is a milder form of the bone disease. This eMedTV Web resource discusses what osteopenia is and explains how a healthcare provider can diagnose the condition. Osteopina is a common misspelling of osteopenia.

Osteoporis

As this eMedTV resource explains, osteoporosis occurs in men and women, and results in brittle bones that are more susceptible to fracture. This page also offers a link to more detailed information. Osteoporis is a common misspelling of osteoporosis.

Osteoporisis

Osteoporosis is a disease that mainly affects the spine, wrists, and hips. This eMedTV page further describes how this disease can affect the bones and covers possible causes of the disease. Osteoporisis is a common misspelling of osteoporosis.

Osteoporose

As this eMedTV Web resource explains, osteoporosis is a disease that results in bone loss. This page discusses possible causes of osteoporosis and describes treatment options that are available. Osteoporose is a common misspelling of osteoporosis.

Osteoporoses

This page from the eMedTV Web site explains how osteoporosis causes brittle bones that are more susceptible to fractures. This page also explains how a doctor diagnoses this bone disease. Osteoporoses is a common misspelling of osteoporosis.