Generic Equivalents » osteoclast http://equiv.genericmedlist.com Find generic equivalents for your brand name medications Sun, 14 Jun 2009 03:39:14 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Bisphosphonates http://equiv.genericmedlist.com/bisphosphonates/ http://equiv.genericmedlist.com/bisphosphonates/#comments Fri, 22 May 2009 23:26:40 +0000 admin http://equiv.genericmedlist.com/bisphosphonates/ Bisphosphonates are used to treat and prevent osteoporosis.

Bisphosphonates inhibit the breakdown of bone by osteoclasts by encouraging osteoclast apoptosis.  The inhibition of osteoclasts shifts the balance of bone creation and breakdown to promote formation of new bone.

Medication Name Generic Available Discount Programs
Alendronate (Fosamax) Yes Walmart | Giant Eagle | Kroger | Giant Foods
Ibandronate (Boniva) No The Boniva patent expires in 2012
Risedronate (Actonel) No The Actonel patent expires in 2012
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