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Other
Oral Tablet
Ibandronate
150 mg
Ibandronate is a bisphosphonate primarily used in orthopedics to treat and prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis, reducing the risk of vertebral fractures. It must be taken with a full glass of plain water at least 60 minutes before the first food or drink of the day, and the patient must remain upright for at least 60 minutes to prevent esophageal irritation. Common side effects include gastrointestinal upset and musculoskeletal pain.