Risedronate - ris-ED-roe-nate is using to prevent and treat osteoporosis - thinning of bone in women after menopause. It may also be using in men and women to prevent and treat osteoporosis causing by long-term use of corticosteroids - cortisone-like drug. Risedronate is also using to treat Paget's disease of the bone.
This drug is available only with your family doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
In Canada