Bisphosphonates are prescription drugs that improve bone density. They’re used to treat several conditions associated with bone loss, including osteoporosis, and to reduce the risk of fractures.

Data suggest a protective association of bisphosphonates against having a kidney stone diagnosis or procedure. Patients receiving bisphosphonates for osteoporosis treatment are less likely to have ...

Laboratory research at the University of São Paulo has suggested that two established bisphosphonates may act as iron chelators – a kind of sequestrating agent – with capacity to reduce ...