Minodronic acid
Minodronic acid is a third-generation bisphosphonate drug. It is approved for use in Japan for the treatment of osteoporosis. Its mechanism of action involves inhibition of farnesyl pyrophosphate synthase activity.
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[1-Hydroxy-2-(imidazo[1,2-a]pyridin-3-yl)ethane-1,1-diyl]bis(phosphonic acid) | |
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Minodronate; YM 529 | |
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C9H12N2O7P2 | |
Molar mass | 322.150 g·mol−1 |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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