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Is an IV infusion once a year for osteoporosis? A look at Zoledronic Acid

According to the National Institutes of Health, bisphosphonates are the most commonly used treatment for established osteoporosis. A specific form of this medication, an IV infusion once a year for osteoporosis, offers a convenient and effective way to manage the disease by strengthening bones and reducing the risk of fractures. This approach, primarily involving the drug zoledronic acid (brand name Reclast), eliminates the adherence issues often associated with daily or weekly oral medications.

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