Generic name:ibandronate (oral/injection) [ eye-BAN-dro-nate ]
Drug class:Bisphosphonates
What is Boniva?
Boniva is a bisphosphonate medicine that alters bone formation and breakdown in the body. This can slow bone loss and may help prevent bone fractures.
Boniva is prescription medicine used to treat or prevent osteoporosis in women after menopause. Ibandronate helps increase bone mass and helps reduce the chance of having a spinal fracture.
It is not known how long Boniva works for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis. You should see your doctor regularly to determine if this medicine is still right for you.
Warnings
You should not use Boniva if you have severe kidney disease or low levels of calcium in your blood.
Do not take a tablet if you have problems with your esophagus, or if you cannot sit upright or stand for at least 60 minutes after taking the tablet.
Boniva tablets can cause serious problems in the stomach or esophagus. Stop taking Boniva and call your doctor at once if you have chest pain, new or worsening heartburn, or pain when swallowing.
Also call your doctor if you have muscle spasms, numbness or tingling (in hands and feet or around the mouth), new or unusual hip pain, or severe pain in your joints, bones, or muscles.
Boniva side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Boniva: hives; wheezing, difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:
chest pain, new or worsening heartburn;
difficulty or pain when swallowing;...
