Data Links Bisphosphonates and Atrial Fibrillation (AF)

A large meta-analysis of nine studies showed that both oral and IV bisphosphonates were associated with a significantly increased risk of new-onset atrial-fibrillation (AF). The analysis also showed that the risk was greater with the IV drugs. According to the lead author, Dr Abhishek Sharma (Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY.) the meta-analysis suggests that bisphosphonates [...]

How Long Is It Safe to Take Bisphosphonates for Osteoporosis? Long Term Bisphosphonate Therapy Increases the Risk for Serious Fractures of the Femur

A John’s Hopkins Health Alert titled “How Long Is It Safe to Take Bisphosphonates for Osteoporosis?” Should Raise Some Concerns Men on Long Term Bisphosphonate Therapy Hormone therapy (ADT) is notorious for many negative side effects, including osteoporosis.  Osteoporosis is the thinning of bone that increases the risk for fractures, especially hip and spine fractures.  [...]

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