Most recently, denosumab (AMG-162) has been launched for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis. Denosumab, a fully human monoclonal IgG2 antibody against human RANKL, specifically binds and neutralizes the receptor activator of nuclear factor kappaB ligand (RANKL) in order to decrease bone resorption and subsequent bone loss. Subcutaneous administration of denosumab every six months decreases bone turnover markers, increases bone mineral density and reduces the vertebral and non-vertebral fracture risk.