Regarding the Pharmacologic Class of Bisphosphonates

question 1

Multiple Choice

Regarding the pharmacologic class of bisphosphonates:

• A) An example is teriparatide
• B) At high doses inhibit osteoclasts
• C) One example is calcitonin
• D) Have less gastrointestinal side effects than other anti-osteoporosis drugs
• E) Are usually prescribed for once-daily administration

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