Table 1 Effect of conjugated estrogen and transdermal nitroglycerin on BMD in ovariectomized rats 25.
From: The effects of organic nitrates on osteoporosis: a randomized controlled trial [ISRCTN94484747]
Treatment group, n = 5 for all groups | Percent increase in BMD (L2-L4) over 6 weeks |
|---|---|
Sham operated | 25% ± 2% |
Ovariectomized rats | 8% ± 3% |
Ovariectomized + estrogen | 27% ± 5%* |
Ovariectomized + transdermal nitroglycerin | 20% ± 3%†|
Ovariectomized + estrogen + nitroglycerin | 22% ± 2%* |