Bisphosphonates Such as Alendronate (Fosamax)and Pamidronate (Aredia)reduce Bone Resorption in Osteoporosis
Bisphosphonates such as alendronate (Fosamax) and pamidronate (Aredia) reduce bone resorption in osteoporosis and similar conditions by:
A) inhibiting osteoclast activity.
B) increasing calcium absorption for the gastrointestinal tract.
C) decreasing calcium excretion by the kidneys.
D) providing a dietary source of calcium.
E) all of the above
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