Romosozumab
Drug Class: Biologics (Other)
Brand Names: Evenity
Dosages
210 mg (delivered as two back-to-back injections) once a month. A patient can receive up to 12 doses.
Potential Side Effects
The most commonly reported side effects were arthralgia (joint pain) and headache.
Special Instructions
Patient must receive adequate calcium and vitamin D supplementation during treatment.
Be Aware
Contains a boxed warning on its labeling that states it may increase the risk of heart attack, stroke and cardiovascular death, and it should not be used in patients who have had a heart attack or stroke within the previous year.
LAST UPDATED: 04/17/2019
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