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Orthopaedics All India exam 28326297

In osteoporosis, bone formation is increased by which drug

A
Bisphosphonates
B
Estrogen
C
Calcitonin
D
Teriparatide
High-Yield Explanation
Drug used in osteoporosisInhibit resorption: Bisphosphonates, denosumab, cinacalcet, calcitonin, estrogen, SERMS, gallium nitrateStimulate formation: teriparatide, calcium, calcitriol, fluoridesBoth actions: Strontium renelate(Refer: Mohindra's Fundamentals of Ohopedics, 2nd edition, pg no. 400 - 412)

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