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Anti-Resorptive

Meaning

Anti-Resorptive describes a therapeutic class or biological effect that actively inhibits or slows down the process of bone resorption, which is the breakdown of bone tissue by specialized cells called osteoclasts. This action helps to maintain or increase bone mineral density by preserving the existing skeletal structure. Clinical application of anti-resorptive agents is a cornerstone strategy in the management of osteoporosis and other conditions characterized by excessive bone loss.