Alendronic acid is a second generation bisphosphonate that is used for the treatment of some forms of osteoperosis and Paget's disease[FDA Label][A959,A203111]. It functions by preventing resorption of bone[FDA Label][A959].
Alendronic acid is indicated for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis in men and postmenopausal women, treatment of glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis, and Paget's disease of bone[FDA Label][A959,A176750]. However, alendronic acid is not indicated for use in pediatric populations or patients with a creatinine clearance <35mL/min[FDA Label].
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