Prolia is a monoclonal antibody that binds to a specific protein on osteoclasts and decreases their activity. Osteoclasts are responsible for dissolving and breaking down old or damaged bone cells. By ...
A blockbuster Amgen drug for osteoporosis now carries the FDA’s strictest warning that its use can lead to dangerously low levels of calcium in the blood. This complication, hypocalcemia, is a ...
Prolia (denosumab) is a medication for osteoporosis. A healthcare professional administers Prolia via injection under the skin every 6 months. Medicare covers Prolia for beneficiaries. Since a ...