[Corticosteroids and osteoporosis]

Actas Dermosifiliogr. 2007 Oct;98(8):526-30. doi: 10.1016/s0001-7310(07)70127-8.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

Corticosteroids are the principal cause of secondary osteoporosis due to drug treatment. Doses of more than 5 mg daily and periods of treatment lasting more than 3 months increase the risk of osteoporosis and fragility fractures. It is therefore essential to be aware of measures to reduce the risk of osteoporosis in our patients.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Osteoporosis / chemically induced*
  • Osteoporosis / prevention & control*

Substances

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones