Which bone resorption inhibitor drug must be given intravenously?
A) ibandronate (Boniva)
B) alendronate (Fosamax)
C) zoledronic acid (Reclast, Zometa)
D) raloxifene (Evista)
Answer: C
A) Boniva is given orally.
B) Fosamax is given orally.
D) Evista is not a bone resorption inhibitor drug.
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