Roche

Boniva is a prescription medicine used to treat or prevent osteoporosis in women after menopause

Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine comes with a patient information leaflet. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about this medicine. DO NOT TAKE this medicine if you are unable to stand or sit upright for at least 60 minutes. SWALLOW WHOLE. Do not break, crush, chew, or suck on the tablet before swallowing. TAKE THIS MEDICINE with 6-8 ounces of PLAIN WATER ONLY the first thing in the morning, at least 60 minutes before eating; drinking; or taking any other medicines (including antacids, vitamins, minerals, or supplements). DO NOT TAKE WITH mineral water, juice, or other liquids. DO NOT LIE DOWN for 60 minutes after taking this medicine. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly closed container away from heat and light. Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted. Take this medicine regularly to receive the most benefit from it. Taking this medicine at the same time each month will help you to remember. CONTINUE TO TAKE THIS MEDICINE even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE and your next scheduled dose is more than seven days away, take the missed dose on the morning after you remember, and then return to your original dosing schedule. DO NOT take 2 doses within one week of each other.