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Abstract Glucocorticoids (GCs) are strong anti-inflammatory drugs which were discovered in 1948. Corticosteroid can have tremendous therapeutic benefits but can also cause severe side effects and toxicities . One of the most important side effect of Gcs is osteoporosis. Glucocorticoid-induced bone loss should be prevented, and if present, should be treated . Bisphosphonates seem to be the first choice of pharmacological intervention for prevention and treatment of glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis . Bisphosphonates should be used in conjunction with calcium and vitamin D supplementation. |