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Table 3 Treatment strategies for aromatase inhibitor-associated musculoskeletal symptoms

From: Aromatase inhibitor-associated bone and musculoskeletal effects: new evidence defining etiology and strategies for management

Analgesics

   Acetaminophen

   NSAIDS

   COX2-specifi c agents

   Opioids

Other prescription medications

   Bisphosphonates

   Diuretics

   Antidepressants

   Anti-convulsants

Dietary supplements

   Calcium/vitamin D

   Omega fish oil

   Glucosamine/chondroitin

Non-pharmacologic approaches

   Acupuncture

   Exercise

   Yoga

   Massage

Other

   Drug holiday

   Switching hormone therapy (to another AI or tamoxifen)

  1. AI, aromatase inhibitor; COX, cyclo-oxygenase; NSAID, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.