[Effects of bisphosphonate on the inflammation].
Etidronate and clodronate, non amino-containing bisphosphonates (non N-BPs), have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. That efficacy of non N-BPs can be observed in the same doses as for osteoporosis. Several reports suggest that non N- and N-BPs have the distinct effects on inflammatory processes. The anti-inflammatory properties of etidronate should be evaluated.
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