Ibandronic Acid
Ibandronic Acid is a bisphosphonate medication that inhibits bone breakdown by targeting osteoclasts, the cells responsible for bone resorption. It is primarily prescribed to postmenopausal women to treat and prevent osteoporosis, as well as to manage bone complications in cancer patients with metastases or hypercalcemia.
Ibandronic Acid is a bone-strengthening medication used to treat osteoporosis and bone-related cancer complications by reducing bone loss.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 115265
- Generic
- Ibandronic Acid
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- Boniva
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment and prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis, management of bone metastases in breast cancer, and treatment of hypercalcemia of malignancy
As a bisphosphonate, it binds to bone mineral and is taken up by osteoclasts, inhibiting their activity and reducing bone resorption, which helps maintain or increase bone density
Take on an empty stomach with plain water and remain upright for at least 60 minutes afterward. Rare but serious risks include osteonecrosis of the jaw and atypical femur fractures. May interact with calcium supplements and certain medications; adequate vitamin D and calcium intake is important for effectiveness.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 28, 2026. · Read our editorial policy