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Did you know osteoporosis runs in families? My mother and I

both have it. I

tried to keep my bones strong, but it wasn't enough.

Now, once-monthly BONIVA is helping me do more. Studies show, after a year on BONIVA, 9 out of 10 women stopped

and reversed their bone loss.1"

BONIVA is a prescription medication to treat and prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis.

Ask your doctor if BONIVA is right for you.

Important Safety Information:

You should not take BONIVA if you have low blood calcium, cannot sit or stand for

at least 60 minutes, have severe kidney disease, or are allergic to BONIVA. Stop taking BONIVA and tell your doctor

right aw ay if you experience difficult or painful swallowing, chest pain, or severe or continuing heartburn, as these may

be signs of serious upper digestive problems. Follow the dosing instructions for once-monthly BONIVA carefully to lower

the chance of these events occurring. Side effects may include diarrhea, pain in the arms or legs, or upset stomach. Tell

your doctor and dentist about all the medicines you take. Tell them if you develop jaw problems (especially following a dental

procedure) or severe bone, joint, and/or muscle pain. Your doctor may also recommend a calcium and vitamin D supplement.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA.

Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

*Bone density measured at the lumbar spine after 1 year of treatment. Individual results may vary.

tBone density measured at the lumbar spine, total hip, or trochanter; 3 out of 4 at the femoral neck.

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