Etidronic acid

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

1-hydroxyethane-1,1-diphosphonic acid; CAS number: 2809-21-4; HEDP

Definition
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Etidronic acid, a chemical compound from the group of bisphosphonates, is a white, odourless powder with the molecular formula: C2H8O7P2. Etidronic acid is used medicinally for osteoporosis. Salts/esters of etidronic acid are called etidronates.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020