How should a patient take medication? Are there dosage adjustments in kidney or liver disease? Bisphosphonates are used in what disease state(s)? What, if any, labs would you recommend before patient begins therapy?

Drug Card (Bisphosphonates)

1) Mechanism of action

2) Common names and dosages used in adults

3) How should a patient take medication?

4) Are there dosage adjustments in kidney or liver disease?

5) Bisphosphonates are used in what disease state(s)?

6) What, if any, labs would you recommend before patient begins therapy?

7) Are they safe for use in children? Explain why or why not.