Bone drug switch study aims to prevent fractures in steroid users

NCT ID NCT04177940

First seen May 02, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at 45 adults with osteoporosis caused by long-term steroid use. Participants stopped taking denosumab and were switched to either zoledronic acid or alendronate at different times. The goal was to see which switch timing better controlled bone turnover and helped maintain bone strength.

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Locations

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States

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