Ibandronate
- Dosage and How to Use
How should
Ibandronate
be used?
- It is a tablet, to be swallowed whole after an overnight fast with a full glass of plain water.
- Do not chew or suck the tablet.
- Avoid mineral water.
- For at least 1 hour after taking Ibandronate:
- Remain fully upright sitting or standing. Do not lie down.
- Do not take any food or drink (except plain water), medication or supplements e.g. antacids, calcium, iron.
- Follow your doctor's instruction on how often and how much (exact number of tablets) to take:
- 150mg dose is taken once monthly.
- 50mg dose is taken once daily.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
Once-monthly dosing (150mg):
If you miss a dose, take it the next morning after you remember and continue your next dose on your original scheduled date.
However, if there are less than 7 days to your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Wait until the scheduled date to take your dose. Do not take two doses within 7 days.
Daily dosing (50mg):
If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing time the next day. Do not double dose.
What should I do if I overdose?
If you overdose on this medication, inform your doctor immediately.
