Prolia

Prolia (denosumab) is a prescription medication used to treat Osteoporosis. A twice-yearly injection for osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and others at high risk of fractures.

Blocks RANKL, a signal that tells the body to break down bone, so bone density is preserved.

Commonly reported side effects of Prolia include Low blood calcium, Serious infections, Back and joint pain, Skin reactions, and Rare jaw bone problems. This is not a complete list — tell your doctor or pharmacist about any side effects you experience.

Prolia has notable warnings and precautions. Tell your doctor about your medical history and any other medicines or supplements you take before starting Prolia.

The active ingredient in Prolia is denosumab, which belongs to a class of medicines known as RANKL Inhibitor (Biologic).

Prolia is manufactured by Amgen. It was first approved in 2010.

You may be able to lower the cost of Prolia by using a free pharmacy discount card or by comparing prices across pharmacies before you fill your prescription. Savings vary by pharmacy and location.