Drug Class
bisphosphonate
Type
ingredient
Active Ingredient
risedronate
📋Overview
Risedronate is a medication that belongs to the class of drugs known as bisphosphonates. It is primarily used to help manage conditions that involve bone loss, such as osteoporosis and Paget's disease of bone. By affecting the activity of bone cells, risedronate helps to slow down bone breakdown and maintain bone density. This medication is commonly associated with reducing the risk of fractures in individuals with weakened bones.
📚References
Information from MedlinePlus.gov (NIH).
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