Anticholinergic drugs and bone health in rheumatoid arthritis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Immune system & allergy, Injuries & trauma, Skin clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a type of medication (anticholinergic drugs) used for other conditions affects bone health in people with rheumatoid arthritis. It will help doctors understand if these drugs increase the risk of osteoporosis (weak bones) and if they should be avoided.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.
- You do not have other diseases that affect bone metabolism (like Paget's disease, hyperparathyroidism, or chronic kidney disease).
- You are not taking medications that affect bone health (such as corticosteroids, bisphosphonates, or hormone therapy).
- You do not have metal implants in your hip or lower back that could interfere with a bone density scan.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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