Condition

Osteoporosis & Bone Health

Medications to strengthen bones and prevent fractures

8 drugs
5 OTC
3 Prescription

Vitamin D analogue

Bone health supplement

1

Calcifediol

Prescription

Vitamin D deficiency, weak bones (osteoporosis), bone softening in adults (osteomalacia), low calcium levels, kidney disease-related bone problems

Hidroferol

Calcium and Vitamin D Supplement

Helps build strong bones and teeth

1

Calcium Carbonate; Dicalcium Phosphate; Vitamin D3

OTC

Weak bones (osteoporosis), calcium deficiency, bone pain, prevention of bone loss in older adults, support during pregnancy and breastfeeding when extra calcium is needed, rickets in children

Dr. Meyer's Calcitab Caplets

Calcium and Vitamin D Supplement

Bone Health Supplement

1

Calcium Carbonate; Vitamin D

OTC

Weak bones (osteoporosis), calcium deficiency, Vitamin D deficiency, bone pain from low calcium, prevention of bone loss especially in older women after menopause, support during pregnancy when extra calcium is needed

Cal D3 TabletOsteoplus Tablet

Mineral and Vitamin Supplement

Helps build strong bones and teeth

1

Calcium; Vitamin D3; Magnesium; Zinc

OTC

Weak bones, bone and joint pain, calcium deficiency, vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis (soft or brittle bones especially in older women), poor immunity, muscle cramps, general body weakness due to low minerals

Avrocal-D CapletCald3 Plus Tablet

Nutritional supplement

Omega-3 fatty acid and vitamin supplement

1

Cod Liver Oil

OTC

Joint pain and stiffness, weak bones, vitamin A and D deficiency, dry skin, boosting immunity, supporting heart health, body pain from inflammation

Emzor Fresh Seas Cod Liver Oil Capsule 1000mgExosea Cod Liver OilIcesea 1000Icesea 300Krishat 1000 Cod Liver Oil CapsulesKrishat 300 Cod Liver Oil CapsulesKrishat Cod Liver Oil Capsule 1000mgNeucod 1000mg Capsule

Vitamin D supplement

Helps the body absorb calcium and bone growth

1

Colecalciferol

OTC

Vitamin D deficiency, weak bones (osteoporosis), soft bones in children (rickets), soft bones in adults (osteomalacia), low calcium levels, bone pain from lack of vitamin D

Colecalciferol InjectionTeraD CapletsTeraD Drops

Hormone

Estrogen replacement

1

Estradiol valerate

Prescription

Menopause symptoms (hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness), hormone replacement after the ovaries are removed, prevention of weak bones (osteoporosis) in women after menopause

Oestrafert 2mgProgynova 2mg Tablet

Bisphosphonate

bone-strengthening medicine

1

Zoledronic acid

Prescription

Weak and brittle bones (osteoporosis), high calcium in the blood caused by cancer, bone damage from cancer that has spread to the bones, Paget's disease of bone

Zoledro-Denk Solution for InjectionZometa Intravenous Infusion

When to see a doctor

Seek care if you notice any of the following

  • You have severe back pain that makes it hard to move or stand up straight.
  • You have a sudden, severe headache or a feeling of pressure in your head.
  • You experience a sudden, severe pain in your hip, spine, or other bones that does not go away.
  • You have a broken bone that does not heal quickly or seems to be getting worse.
  • You have a new, unexplained numbness or tingling sensation in your hands or feet.

For guidance only — always consult a qualified healthcare provider.