New Osteoporosis Drug Approved for Postmenopausal Women in England
Abaloparatide, a daily injection, offers hope for thousands at high risk of fractures, enhancing bone density and quality of life.
- The drug will be available on the NHS within three months, benefiting over 14,000 women.
- Abaloparatide stimulates bone growth and is self-administered via a pre-filled pen.
- It is an alternative for those who cannot tolerate or have not responded to other treatments.
- Osteoporosis affects over three million people in the UK, with prevalence increasing with age.
- Hormone replacement therapy remains a key treatment, but abaloparatide provides an additional option.