Can a bone drug help women with anorexia? new study says yes

NCT ID NCT03292146

First seen Nov 05, 2025 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tested whether denosumab, a drug used for osteoporosis, can improve bone density in women with anorexia nervosa. Thirty women with low bone mass received either denosumab or a placebo for 12 months. The goal was to see if the drug could strengthen bones and reduce bone loss, which is a common complication of anorexia.

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Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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