Biosimilars in osteoporosis treatment: focus on denosumab.

INTRODUCTION

Osteoporosis is a significant public health issue due to its associated morbidity, mortality, and economic burden. Despite available effective treatments, a treatment gap persists, characterized by delayed diagnosis, undertreatment, and poor adherence. Biosimilars, such as biosimilars for denosumab, offer an opportunity to improve treatment accessibility and affordability for osteoporosis and cancer-related bone loss.

AREAS COVERED: This review explores the current treatment challenges in osteoporosis, the potential of denosumab biosimilars in improving access and outcomes, and the necessity of a multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach.

EXPERT OPINION: The emergence of biosimilars for denosumab offers an opportunity to enhance accessibility and affordability of osteoporosis treatment, as biosimilars provide effective and economic versions of reference biologic therapies. A multidisciplinary approach is vital in managing osteoporosis, central to which is the patient, whose preferences, values, and lifestyle must guide the treatment plan. Healthcare providers play a crucial role in educating patients, promoting adherence to prescribed treatments, and involving patients in their own care to improve health outcomes.