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This category covers medicines that strengthen bone and correct calcium or vitamin D shortfalls, mainly to prevent fractures in osteoporosis. Treatment is usually long term and combines a bone-protecting medicine with correction of the calcium and vitamin D that support it.

Fosamax

Alendronic Acid

35 · 70mg

Alendronic acid 35mg and 70mg tablets, the weekly strengths, used in the management of osteoporosis. A bisphosphonate that slows bone resorption.

From$2.55/ tabletView

Raloxifene Tablets

Raloxifene

60mg

Raloxifene 60mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of osteoporosis. A SERM that acts like oestrogen on bone but not on breast tissue.

From$1.02/ tabletView

Alfacip

Alfacalcidol

0.25 · 0.5mcg

Alfacip is alfacalcidol in 0.25mcg and 0.5mcg soft capsules, used for rickets, osteomalacia and hypoparathyroidism. A vitamin D analogue activated in the liver.

From$0.62/ capsuleView

Rocaltrol

Calcitriol

0.25mg

Calcitriol 0.25mg capsules, used in the management of renal osteodystrophy and hypocalcaemia. The active form of vitamin D3, needing no conversion.

From$2.00/ capsuleView

Phoslo

Calcium Acetate

667mg

Calcium acetate 667mg tablets, used in the management of hyperphosphataemia. A phosphate binder that ties up dietary phosphate in the gut.

From$0.51/ tabletView

One-alpha

Alfacalcidol

0.25mcg

Alfacalcidol 0.25mcg soft capsules and oral drops, used in the management of osteomalacia, hyperparathyroidism and hypocalcaemia. A vitamin D analogue.

From$0.62/ capsuleView

Key points

  • The aim is fracture prevention, which is why treatment continues without any obvious day-to-day effect.
  • Bisphosphonates slow bone loss, while vitamin D and calcium correct the shortfalls that undermine it.
  • How a bisphosphonate is taken, upright and away from food, changes how much is absorbed.

Classes and ingredients in this category

Conditions it covers

These medicines are used for osteoporosis, osteomalacia and hypocalcaemia. Bone density, fracture history and calcium status decide the regimen, which is reviewed rather than continued indefinitely.

Further reading

Which bone health medicines are available on Yasabai?

Yasabai lists 7 bone health medicines. They contain 6 different active ingredients, including alfacalcidol, alendronic acid and raloxifene. Examples include Fosamax and Raloxifene Tablets.

What are bone health medicines used for?

The bone health medicines on Yasabai are used for osteoporosis, osteomalacia, hypocalcaemia, rickets and hypoparathyroidism. Each product page lists the conditions for that medicine.

What forms do bone health medicines come in?

Mostly as tablets and capsules. The forms and strengths are listed on each product page.

How do I choose between the bone health medicines on Yasabai?

Start with the active ingredient: there are 6 different ones in this range. Products that share an ingredient contain the same medicine. Compare their strength, form and price per unit. Each product page's details table lists uses, onset, side effects and interactions. If you take other medicines, are pregnant or have a long-term condition, check with a doctor or pharmacist first.

Will I receive branded or generic bone health medicines?

A branded generic or a generic: Yasabai supplies branded generics and generics only. Names such as Fosamax and Rocaltrol identify the medicine; you receive a generic with the same active ingredient and dose. The exact brand depends on stock.

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How are bone health medicines priced?

It depends on the medicine, strength and pack size. Each product page shows the price per unit for every option, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs usually cost less per unit.

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Are bone health medicines available over the counter in Thailand?

Yes. Yasabai does not ask for a prescription to order bone health medicines. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.

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Can I order bone health medicines online in Thailand?

Choose a product, strength and pack on Yasabai, then check out. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.

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