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(also known as Ibandronate)
Ibandronate is an oral drug that is used for treating osteoporosis. Ibandronate may be taken daily, but it is the only oral biphosphonate that is approved to be taken monthly. There are also several injectable bisphosphonate, etidronate (Didronel), pamidronate (Aredia)] and zoledronate (Zometa), which can also be used ... more at Wikipedia
Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Osteoporosis | 16 |
56% |
| Fibromyalgia | 2 |
100% |
| Scleroderma | 1 |
100% |
Overall, 70% (23
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Boniva Reviews
Working / Worked
It is hard to tell. It seemed to work on my last bone densiity test
Working / Worked
once a month calcium supplement
Working / Worked
I had a bone density test and found out I need help...I have lost 3 inches in my height, makes me 4'9. I have no side effects and I feel that it is working
Working / Worked
I've been treated for osteoporosis,with quarterly Boniva infusions.For about year & half.I have now developed Bisphosphonate-Osteonecrosis Of The Jaw
Working / Worked
I just started taking it...& I think it's working.
Working / Worked
Worked fine as far as I know.
Working / Worked
caused dead jaw
Somewhat Helpful
have my 2nd bone scan in 2 years in a couple months so we'll see medicare only pays for every 2 years
Too Soon To Tell
doctors accidentally found on an xray that i had osteoporosis and i am 44 with bones of a 65 year old woman
Too Soon To Tell
The good part it is only once a month the bad it is TERRIBLE for the stomach.
Too Soon To Tell
Go for my next dexascan in Dec. Hopefully it is working.
Too Soon To Tell
I have the RX, but haven't taken it yet.
Too Soon To Tell
havent had a follow up scan yet...soon though..
Too Soon To Tell
Take in injection form to counteract osteoporosis caused by chemo.
Considering
I want to take this and i was prescribed it, but it is hugely expensive, even with insurance. It is like, $90 a pill. I can't afford that so I will have to keep trying something else.
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Frustrated and discouraged beyond belief!
Contact Roche, they will pay for your treatment, and tell them your situation, and it is an emergency. http://www.rocheusa.com/programs/patientassist... [More] -
Boniva for Osteoporosis
I took Boniva until I lost my Insurance. I didn't really notice any improvement with this drug. It's also a very expensive drug...over $200 a month.... [More] -
Oral Surgery after Fosamax/Boniva
I took oral forms of these drugs and now have dead jaw. This is no fun. Everyone taking these drugs needs to be aware that this can happen. The compan... [More] -
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Boniva for Osteoporosis
Tell us about your personal experience with Boniva as a treatment: Has it worked? Have you had any issues? Any recommendations or tips? [More]
