Product Description

Prolia 60mg is a prescription medicine used to treat osteoporosis and bone loss. It helps strengthen bones, reduce bone breakdown, and lower the risk of fractures in patients with weakened bone density.

Product Overview

Product Name: Prolia 60mg
Generic Name: Denosumab
Form: Injection (not tablets)
Strength: 60mg/1ml
Pack Size: Pre-filled syringe
Manufactured By: Amgen (marketed in many regions via local distributors)
Used For: Osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, bone loss in men at high risk, bone loss due to long-term steroid use
Prescription Required: Yes

Ingredients & How They Work

Denosumab → a monoclonal antibody that inhibits RANK ligand (RANKL), a key factor in bone resorption. By blocking RANKL, it reduces the activity of osteoclasts (cells that break down bone), helping increase bone strength and density.

Key Benefits

Strengthens bones and improves bone density
Reduces risk of fractures (hip, spine, and others)
Slows bone loss in osteoporosis
Helps maintain long-term bone health
Effective in high-risk patients

How to Use

Administered as a subcutaneous injection by a healthcare professional every 6 months, as prescribed. Not self-administered unless trained.

Side Effects & Precautions

Possible side effects include back pain, muscle pain, low calcium levels, and joint pain. Rare but serious risks include infections, skin reactions, and osteonecrosis of the jaw. Calcium and vitamin D supplementation is usually recommended.

Storage Instructions

Store refrigerated at 2°C–8°C. Do not freeze. Keep in original packaging and protect from light.

Prolia Tablets 60mg