I wanted to stop my
bone loss, but I did more.
I reversed it with B O N IV A
If you have osteoporosis, like me, calcium-rich foods, vitamin D, and exercise can help.
But they may not be enough to keep your bones strong. So ask your doctor if once-monthly
BONIVA can help you do more. Studies show, after a year on BONIVA, 9 out of 10
women stopped and reversed their bone loss.1" And my test results proved I did, too.
BONIVA is a prescription medication to treat and prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis.
A s k y o u r d o c to r if B O N IV A is rig h t fo r y o u .
"Eat plenty of calcium-rich foods
like yogurt, spinach, and cheese"
Im p o rta n t S a fe ty In fo rm a tio n : You should not take BONIVA if you have certain problems with your esophagus
(the tube that connects your mouth and stomach), 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 away 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.
f Bone density measured at the lumbar spine, total hip, or trochanter; 3 out of 4 at the femoral neck.
Please re a d P a tie n t In fo rm a tio n on th e n e x t p a g e .
Enroll today. Call 1-800-382-1517 or
visit BONIVAfreetrial.com and try BONIVA free
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A Member o f the Roche Group
Help Stop and Reverse Bone Loss
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