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Osteoporosis Treatment: Calcium
Calcium lowers the risk of bone mineral loss and fracture.

Calcium supplements for menopause and osteoporosis:
Appropriate doses of calcium for women include:
  • Women between 25 to 50 years:
    • Require 1,000 to 1,500 mg of calcium each day.
  • Women on estrogen replacement therapy for menopause:
    • Require 1,000 to 1,500 mg of calcium each day.
  • Women older than 50:
    • Require 1,500 mg of calcium per day.
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Last Updated: Nov 6, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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