What is "pamidronic acid"

n. (context organic chemistry English) ''(3-amino-1-hydroxy-1-phosphono-propyl)phosphonic acid'' - used, as the sodium salt, to treat osteoporosis

Pamidronic acid ( INN) or pamidronate disodium ( USAN), pamidronate disodium pentahydrate is a nitrogen-containing bisphosphonate, used to prevent osteoporosis. It is marketed by Novartis under the brand name Aredia. In India, it is marketed by Curacell Biotech under the brand name Pamimed.