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Can Boniva Be Taken To Prevent Osteoporosis?
I have not taken Boniva for the past 2 years. Prior to that I took it approx. 8 years. My bone scan says I am at moderate risk for a osteoporitic fracture in the next 10 yrs. or an 18% risk. Should I go back on Boniva now or wait another 2 yrs. til my next bone scan? What is the recommended time to take a break for these type of medications or is that no longer a recommendation?
Wed, 2 May 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Boniva drug is having Ibandronic acid. It is a bisphosphonate group of drug which is an excellent medicine in osteoporosis.
So, you should start the Boniva injection once a year for lifelong. No need to take a break from this injection as it is safe for lifelong use.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Boniva drug is having Ibandronic acid. It is a bisphosphonate group of drug which is an excellent medicine in osteoporosis.
So, you should start the Boniva injection once a year for lifelong. No need to take a break from this injection as it is safe for lifelong use.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar
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