Etidronic acid (disodium)

Etidronic acid (Etidronate) disodium is an orally and intravenously active bisphosphonate. Etidronic acid disodium inhibits resorption of bone, reduces arterial calcification and can be used for osteoporosis research. Etidronic acid disodium has anticancer activity. Etidronic acid disodium is a chelating agent and can be used to remove heavy metal in water[1][2][3][4].