are bisphosphonates used in detergents
Tweet. 0. Australian researchers have shown how a chemical similar to those used in cleaning products may benefit breast cancer patients. Bisphosphonates, which resemble chemicals used as water softeners in soap powders and detergents, are currently used clinically to treat conditions that affect the bones.The calcium-binding drugs are prescribed to people with osteoporosis and those with late-stage cancers that have spread to bone.weet. 0. Australian researchers have shown how a chemical similar to those used in cleaning products may benefit breast cancer patients. Bisphosphonates, which resemble chemicals used as water softeners in soap powders and detergents, are currently used clinically to treat conditions that affect the bones.