"Osteopenia is treated by taking steps to keep it from progressing to osteoporosis and, for a few people, by taking medication. Lifestyle changes can help reduce the bone loss that leads to osteopenia and osteoporosis."

http://www.webmd.com/hw/osteoporosis...p?pagenumber=3

Sounds like it doesn't have to progress to osteoporosis and maybe you can improve somewhat to not need the meds or increased meds?