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 GI tract
C) decreasing calcium excretion by the kidneys
D) providing a dietary source of calcium
E) all the above are true
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