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Effect of approved interventions for glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis on BMD and fracture risk
| Intervention | Spine BMD | Hip BMD | Vertebral fracture | Non-vertebral fracture |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alendronate | A | A | Bb | NAE |
| Risedronate | A | A | Ab | NAE |
| Teriparatide | Aa | Aa | Aa, b | NAE |
| Zoledronic acid | Aa | Aa | NAE | NAE |
A grade A recommendation, B grade B recommendation, NAE not adequately evaluated
aComparator study
bNot a primary endpoint
