Scientific Answer
- Alendronic acid is a bisphosphonate
- It binds to bone tissue
- It blocks bone-breaking cells (osteoclasts)
- Bone loss is slowed
- Bone strength improves
Simple English explanation with example
- Bones constantly break down and rebuild
- Sometimes they break down too fast
- Alendronic acid slows the breakdown
- Bones stay stronger for longer
- Like reinforcing a weak wall