title: How common medicines can affect bone health.
abstract: Many people have weak bones and this is a global public health concern. Lifestyle factors can reduce bone density, as can some common drugs. This article describes some of these drugs, the conditions for which they may be prescribed and how they can threaten bone health. Strategies to reduce the risk of fracture and weak bones are outlined.
authors.forename: Sharon
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Rees
mesh_terms: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones / Q000009:adverse effects; D000927:Anticonvulsants / Q000009:adverse effects; D015519:Bone Density / Q000187:drug effects*; D001842:Bone and Bones / Q000187:drug effects*; D064420:Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions; D006493:Heparin / Q000009:adverse effects; D006728:Hormones / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D007004:Hypoglycemic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects; D054328:Proton Pump Inhibitors / Q000009:adverse effects; D012308:Risk Management
chemical_list: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones; D000927:Anticonvulsants; D006728:Hormones; D007004:Hypoglycemic Agents; D054328:Proton Pump Inhibitors; D006493:Heparin