Bisphosphonates

Fosamax

Generic name: alendronate [ a-LEN-dro-nate ]Brand names:  Binosto, FosamaxDrug class: Bisphosphonates  What is Fosamax? Fosamax is a bisphosphonate (bis FOS fo nayt) medicine that alters bone formation and breakdown...

November 24, 2025

Reclast

Generic name: zoledronic acid [ ZOE-le-DRON-ik-AS-id ]Drug class: Bisphosphonates  What is Reclast? Reclast (sometimes called zoledronate) is a bisphosphonate medicine that alters bone formation and breakdown in the...

August 28, 2025

Risedronate

Generic name: risedronate [ ris-ED-roe-nate ]Brand names: Actonel, AtelviaDosage forms: oral delayed release tablet (35 mg), oral tablet (150 mg; 30 mg; 35 mg; 5 mg)Drug class: Bisphosphonates ...

August 28, 2025

Alendronate

Generic name: alendronate [ a-LEN-dro-nate ]Brand names: Binosto, FosamaxDosage forms: oral solution (70 mg/75 mL), oral tablet (10 mg; 35 mg; 5 mg; 70 mg), oral tablet,...

August 26, 2025