Still have questions? Here are some answers.

Q. How do once-monthly BONIVA 150 mg Tablets work?

A. BONIVA is designed to decrease the activity of the cells that cause bone loss after menopause with just one tablet a month.

Q. How do I take BONIVA?

A. You should take BONIVA first thing in the morning, at least 1 hour (60 minutes) before eating or drinking anything except plain water, and before taking any other oral medicines or supplements. You should swallow BONIVA whole with 6 to 8 ounces (1 cup) of plain water (not mineral or sparkling water). You should not lie down for at least 60 minutes after taking BONIVA.

Q. What are common side effects of BONIVA?

A. Common side effects with BONIVA are diarrhea, pain in the extremities (arms or legs), and dyspepsia (upset stomach).

Q. What if I don’t take my BONIVA on my scheduled date?

A. If you do not take your BONIVA as scheduled, and your next BONIVA day is more than 7 days away, take BONIVA the next morning. Then continue taking BONIVA every month on your chosen day according to your original schedule. If you forget and your next scheduled BONIVA day is less than 7 days away, wait until your next scheduled BONIVA day to take your tablet. Continue taking BONIVA every month on your chosen date according to your original schedule.

Q. What should I do if I currently take a daily or weekly medicine for osteoporosis treatment?

A. Talk to your healthcare provider and ask if BONIVA is right for you. Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions on how to start taking BONIVA.