Associations to the word «Alendronate»

Wiktionary

ALENDRONATE, noun. (organic chemistry) Any salt or ester of alendronic acid
ALENDRONATE, noun. (medicine) The sodium salt of alendronic acid used to treat osteoporosis

Dictionary definition

ALENDRONATE, noun. A tablet (trade name Fosamax) prescribed to prevent or treat osteoporosis in women after menopause.

Wise words

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