Ibandronate (Boniva)

Also known as Ai Ben, Bandrobon, Bandrone, Bondenza, Bondronat, Bonviva, Femorel, ibandronate sodium, ibandronic acid, Jia Nuo Shun.

General information

Class: Bisphosphonate, inhibits osteoclast activity, dissolution of hydroxyapatite crystals, and bone resorption/turnover.
Route: PO, IV
Extravasation: no information

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Patient drug information

• Patient counseling information can be found on page 17-21 of the Ibandronate (Boniva) package insert
• Patient counseling information can be found on page 18-21 of the Ibandronate injection (Boniva injection) package insert
• Ibandronate (Boniva) patient drug information (UpToDate)