4th March 2024

A 54-year-old lady, who has been postmenopausal for 10 years, visits the GP for a follow-up visit.

A 54-year-old lady, who has been postmenopausal for 10 years, visits the GP for a follow-up visit. Her comorbidities include Type I DM and a BMI of 18.2 kg/m2. After having a fracture risk assessment on her previous visit, a DXA scan was advised. The report reveals a T score of -2.7 at the lumbar spine. The patient is counselled regarding lifestyle modifications for osteoporosis.

Prescribe one drug that should be administered to the patient first for this condition.