No, it does not because it is not in the same class of drugs as Fosomax, Boniva, Actel, and others. They are bisphosphonates and have a totally different mechanism of action. Forteo builds bone and does it safely according to the latest study (15 yr study). The biggest concern was the black box warning of osteosarcoma - a warning that has been now removed. Here is a link to the study: https://asbmr.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/jbmr.4188. There is also no concern for atypical femur fracture with Forteo. A newer drug that is similar to Forteo is called Tymlos. They both work the same way. I gave myself a daily shot of Forteo in my thigh for 2 years and it was the best thing I could have done. I never gave myself shots before but these had no pain, hardly felt it. However, unless you actually have osteoporosis that warrants taking Forteo you will probably not be able to get it prescribed. It is also expensive.

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