What Is the Mechanism of Action of Bisphosphonates

question 10

Multiple Choice

What is the mechanism of action of bisphosphonates?

• A)Adhere tightly to bone surfaces and inhibit osteoclastic activity,thereby inhibiting both normal and abnormal bone resorption
• B)Encourage osteoblastic activity by enhancing the rapid reproduction of osteoblastic cells,thus increasing the building of new bone
• C)Encourage the absorption of calcium and vitamin D,increasing the formation of new bone
• D)Interfere with the body's production of vitamin D,decreasing the availability of elemental calcium and osteoblastic activity

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