Evolving role of vitamin K2-7(Menaquinone) in Osteoporosis & cardiovascular health

Authors

  • Faruqui A.Ahmad M Asrar A Associate Professor-Pharmacology: Sree Narayana Instt. of Medical Sciences, Chalakka, North Kuthiyathodu P.O., Athani - North Paravoor Bypass Road. Ernakulam

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https://doi.org/10.7439/ijpr.v4i2.90

Abstract

Osteoporosis and cardiovascular disorders are one of the commonest global problem. These two disorders not only affect the quality of life but also put a huge financial burden on the family and the nation as a whole. Since ages we have been using calcium supplements for the management of osteoporosis and the recent reports have shown that it can lead to increased cardiovascular complications. Vitamin K2 ,an age old vitamin has been shown to take care of osteoporosis and cardiovascular complications, since it plays an important role in carboxylation of certain proteins in bone and blood vessel. This review article summarizes the role of vitamin K2 in osteoporosis 7 cardiovascular disorders and also throws light on the clinical evidences available for the same.

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  • Faruqui A.Ahmad M Asrar A, Associate Professor-Pharmacology: Sree Narayana Instt. of Medical Sciences, Chalakka, North Kuthiyathodu P.O., Athani - North Paravoor Bypass Road. Ernakulam
    Department of Pharmacology

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Published

2014-04-30

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Vol. 4 No. 2 (2014): Apr-Jun

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Review Article

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Asrar A FAM. Evolving role of vitamin K2-7(Menaquinone) in Osteoporosis & cardiovascular health. Int J of Pharmc Res [Internet]. 2014 Apr. 30 [cited 2025 Mar. 14];4(2):43-8. Available from: https://ssjournals.co.in/index.php/ijpr/article/view/1250
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