Used in the treatment of osteoporosis and Paget's disease of bone due to its potent inhibition of bone resorption. It helps reduce bone pain and lower elevated serum calcium levels in patients with hypercalcemia. Commonly administered via injection, it is also used in diagnostic procedures to assess kidney function and in some cases for managing acute spinal cord injuries by preserving neurological function. Its analgesic properties make it beneficial in reducing pain associated with bone metastases and fractures.