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Antiresorptive Medications

Meaning

Antiresorptive medications are a critical class of pharmacological agents specifically designed to inhibit or slow the physiological process of bone resorption, which is the breakdown of bone tissue by osteoclasts. These drugs are clinically indispensable in the management of skeletal disorders, most notably osteoporosis, where excessive bone loss compromises structural integrity. By preserving the existing bone mineral density, antiresorptive therapy serves to significantly reduce the risk of fragility fractures, thereby enhancing long-term skeletal health and mobility.