Ingredient

Risedronate Sodium 2.5 Hydrate

Risedronate sodium hydrate 2.5 is an ingredient used to increase bone density for the treatment of osteoporosis.

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MFDS ingredient code M249411

What does it do?

Risedronate sodium hydrate 2.5 is a drug belonging to the bisphosphonate class, used in the treatment of skeletal diseases such as osteoporosis. It is included in pharmaceuticals with the purpose of increasing bone density by inhibiting bone destruction.

This ingredient reduces bone loss by inhibiting the activity of osteoclasts, the cells that break down bone. As a result, bones become stronger and the risk of fractures decreases.

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Good to know

Risedronate has a higher absorption rate compared to other bisphosphonates, and it exerts relatively less irritation to the gastrointestinal tract after administration. Furthermore, it allows for convenient once-daily or weekly dosing.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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