Which drugs are approved for treating osteoporosis in men? (Select all that apply.)

a. Alendronate [Fosamax]
b. Calcitonin
c. Raloxifene [Evista]
d. Teriparatide [Forteo]
e. Zoledronate [Reclast]


A, D, E
Only five drugs have been approved to treat osteoporosis in men, including alendronate, teripara-tide, and zoledronate. Calcitonin has been tried, but without proof of efficacy. Raloxifene is a SERM, used in women only.

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