English Explanatory Dictionary

risedronate

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The conjugate base, or any salt or ester, of risedronic acid, used as a medication to inhibit bone loss in disorders of bone metabolism.

Pronunciation

/ɹɪˈsɛ.dɹəˌneɪt/

Word forms

risedronate risedronates

Etymology

From risedronic acid + -ate (“salt or ester”).

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