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Risedronic acid

Drugs used in osteoporosis acting on bone metabolism

Description

Risedronate tablets are also used to treat Paget's disease of bone (a condition in which the bones are soft and weak and may be deformed, painful, or easily broken). Risedronate is in a class of medications called bisphosphonates. It works by preventing bone breakdown and increasing bone density (thickness

Mechanism of action

It inhibits bone resorption via actions on osteoclast or on osteoclast precursors. It reduces bone turnover while the osteoblast activity and bone mineralisation is preserved.

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Mechanism of action

It inhibits bone resorption via actions on osteoclast or on osteoclast precursors. It reduces bone turnover while the osteoblast activity and bone mineralisation is preserved.

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