Synonyms: Aclasta® | CGP-42446 | CGP-42446A | Reclast® | zoledronate | Zometa®
zoledronic acid is an approved drug (FDA and EMA (2001))
Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: Marketed formulations may contain zoledronic acid monohydrate (PubChem CID 121586).
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Summary of Clinical Use ![]() |
A bisphosphonate used to prevent skeletal fractures in cancer patients and in the treatment of osteoporosis |
Mechanism Of Action and Pharmacodynamic Effects ![]() |
Zoledronic acid acts by inhibiting osteoclast activity and reduces bone reabsorption and turnover. This is due to its affinity for the bone mineral matrix component, hydroxyapatite, and its inhibition of enzyme farnesyl diphosphate synthase (FPP synthase, FDPS). FPP synthase inhibition prevents synthesis of the isoprenoid lipids, farnesyl diphosphate and geranylgeranyl diphosphate, which are involved in post-translational farnesylation and geranylgeranylation of small GTPase signalling proteins. |
External links ![]() |
For extended ADME data see the following: Electronic Medicines Compendium (eMC) Drugs.com European Medicines Agency (EMA) |