Should I avoid taking Advair if my grandmother had osteoporosis?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

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Long-term use of Advair may lead to bone loss (osteoporosis), especially if you smoke, do not exercise, do not get enough vitamin D or calcium in your diet or you have a family history of osteoporosis. Tell your doctor about your family history of osteoporosis, and he or she may need to monitor your bone density more closely.

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