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denosumab (Prolia)

Advice

In the absence of a submission from the holder of the marketing authorisation:               

denosumab 60mg solution for injection in pre-filled syringe (Prolia): Is not recommended for use in NHSScotland.           

Indication under review:  bone loss associated with hormone ablation in men with prostate cancer at increased risk of fractures.

The holder of the marketing authorisation has not made a submission to SMC regarding this product in this indication.  As a result we cannot recommend its use within NHSScotland.
 

Drug Details

Drug Name: denosumab (Prolia)
SMC Drug ID: 670/10
Manufacturer: Amgen Ltd
Indication: Bone loss associated with hormone ablation in men with prostate cancer at increased risk of fractures
BNF Category:
Sub Category: 6.6 Drugs affecting bone metabolism
Submission Type: Non submission
Status: Not Recommended
Date Advice Published: 13 December 2010

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