Multiple choice

Bisphosphonates are not used in

  1. hypercalcemia

  2. osteoporosis

  3. cancer

  4. vitamin D intoxication

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Bisphosphonates are indicated for hypercalcemia (especially malignancy-associated), osteoporosis prevention/treatment, and bone metastases from various cancers. Vitamin D intoxication requires different management (hydration, steroids, calcitonin), not bisphosphonates which inhibit bone resorption.