Alendronic acid
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alendronic-acid-246-5480247
title:
Alendronic acid
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Alendronic acid, sold under the brand name Fosamax among others, is a bisphosphonate medication used to treat osteoporosis and Paget's disease of bone. It is taken by mouth. Use is often recommended together with vitamin D, calcium supplementation, and lifestyle changes. Common side effects include constipation, abdominal pain, nausea, and acid reflux. Use is not recommended during pregnancy or in those with poor kidney function. Alendronic acid works by decreasing the activity of cells that bre
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description:
Chemical compound
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alendronic_acid
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date modified:
2024-04-03T04:53:04Z
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