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Boniva
May I hear positive and negative experiences from taking monthly Boniva?
I have taken about 6 doses. I think my gums may be bleeding more often when flossing. I read horror stories about jaw issues. Also, I'm confused as to what it is supposed to do.
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It is classed as a bisphosphonate. They slow bone loss. You can look it up on Google. There is another type of osteoporosis medication that builds bone like tymlos, forteo and Evenity.
Read everything you can here and other so that you can work with your doctor to choose which treatment works best for you.
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