This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Which drugs are used to treat osteoporosis? What will be an ideal ... (Read 232 times)

melina_rosy

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 531
on: Jun 25, 2018
Which drugs are used to treat osteoporosis?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II is catalyzed by the angiotensin-converting enzyme from the renal endothelium.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

14vl19

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 310
Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Bisphosphonate drugs act by inhibiting bone resorption. Selective estrogen receptor modulators act by inhibiting bone resorption but do not have the adverse effects of estrogen on the breast and uterus. Calcitonin act by inhibiting osteoclasts that break down bone. Parathyroid hormone-like drugs act by increasing bone density by stimulating osteoblasts.

Answer to Question 2

False


melina_rosy

  • Member
  • Posts: 531
Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent

komodo7

  • Member
  • Posts: 322
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

It is believed that the Incas used anesthesia. Evidence supports the theory that shamans chewed cocoa leaves and drilled holes into the heads of patients (letting evil spirits escape), spitting into the wounds they made. The mixture of cocaine, saliva, and resin numbed the site enough to allow hours of drilling.

Did you know?

Approximately 70% of expectant mothers report experiencing some symptoms of morning sickness during the first trimester of pregnancy.

Did you know?

Though newer “smart” infusion pumps are increasingly becoming more sophisticated, they cannot prevent all programming and administration errors. Health care professionals that use smart infusion pumps must still practice the rights of medication administration and have other professionals double-check all high-risk infusions.

Did you know?

Complications of influenza include: bacterial pneumonia, ear and sinus infections, dehydration, and worsening of chronic conditions such as asthma, congestive heart failure, or diabetes.

Did you know?

Malaria was not eliminated in the United States until 1951. The term eliminated means that no new cases arise in a country for 3 years.

Selected Drugs for Glaucoma Selected Drugs for Glaucoma
Calcium Channel Blockers (Class IV) and Miscellaneous Drugs for Dysrhythmias Calcium Channel Blockers (Class IV) and Miscellaneous Drugs for Dysrhythmias
Drugs for Female Infertility Drugs for Female Infertility
Drugs for the Treatment of Allergic Conjunctivitis Drugs for the Treatment of Allergic Conjunctivitis
Sample prescriptions of drugs for oral fungal infections. Sample prescriptions of drugs for oral fungal infections.
Commonly Used Anxiolytics: Drugs for Treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorders Commonly Used Anxiolytics: Drugs for Treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorders
Video: Neural regulation of mechanical digestion- CNS voluntary, ANS & ENS controlled involuntary movements

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library