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How to Take BONIVA Tablets

  • Take BONIVA as instructed by your healthcare provider.
  • Take BONIVA first thing in the morning.
  • Wait at least 1 hour (60 minutes) before eating or drinking anything except plain water.
  • Swallow BONIVA whole (do not chew or suck) with at least 6 to 8 ounces (1 cup) of plain water.
  • Do not take BONIVA with mineral water, sparkling water, coffee, tea, milk, or juice.
  • Avoid taking any other oral medicine, including calcium, antacids, or vitamins for at least 60 minutes after taking BONIVA.
  • Avoid lying down for at least 60 minutes after taking BONIVA to help decrease the risk of stomach problems.
  • If you experience difficulty with oral dosing requirements, BONIVA Injection may be right for you.

If you would like to learn more about dosing instructions and frequently asked questions, download a copy of our helpful BONIVA Tablets fact sheet in your preferred language.

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What to do if you miss a monthly dose

If you do not take your BONIVA 150 mg Tablet 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. Do not take two 150 mg tablets within the same week.

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