A 60-year-old elderly female with a previous history of a Colles fracture is now complaining of backache. Which of the following statements regarding the treatment of this patient is incorrect?
AOral vitamin D3 is given along with oral calcium
BTeriparatide should be started before supplementing bisphosphonates
CCalcium requirement is 1200 mg per day
DBisphosphonates can be given for 3-5 years depending on patient response and risk factors
Which of the following is not true regarding estrogen use in postmenopausal osteoporosis management?
AImproves bone density
BLowers breast cancer risk
CIncreases thromboembolism risk
DMay cause endometrial hyperplasia
What is the first-line drug for post-menopausal osteoporosis?
ARaloxifene
BCalcitonin
CBisphosphonates
DOestrogen
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