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ABSTRACT:The aim of this review is to assess the efficacy of treatments for postmenopausal osteoporosis in women with low bone mass or with an existing vertebral fracture. Osteoporosis is a worldwide health problem related to the aging of the population, and it is often under diagnosed and undertreated. It is related to substantial morbidity, mortality and impairment of the quality of life. Estrogen deficiency is the major contributing factor to bone loss after menopause. Postmenopausal osteoporosis is a silent disease in most cases, with no symptoms until fractures occur. It is characterized by low bone mineral density (BMD) and changes in bone micro architecture that reduce bone strength and increase fracture risk. The objective of this study was to present a systematic review of drugs for treatment of osteoporosis, focusing on the adequacy of clinical protocols based on existing evidence in the scientific literature. So, our study recommends that postmenopausal women should be screened for osteoporotic fracture risk which may be important strategy in the management of postmenopausal osteoporosis.