Ibandronate Sodium Tablets are a medicine used to treat and prevent osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), especially in postmenopausal women. They belong to a class of drugs called bisphosphonates.

Here are the key details:

• Composition: Each tablet contains Ibandronate sodium, commonly in strengths such as 150 mg.

• Dosage Form: Oral tablets, usually taken once a month with plain water, at least 60 minutes before food or other medications.

• Mode of Action:

  • Ibandronate binds to bone tissue and inhibits the activity of osteoclasts (cells that break down bone).

  • This slows down bone loss and increases bone density, reducing the risk of fractures.

• Uses:

  • Osteoporosis treatment – in postmenopausal women at increased risk of fractures.

  • Osteoporosis prevention – in women after menopause to maintain bone strength.

• Treatment Goal: To strengthen bones, reduce bone breakdown, and lower the risk of fractures (especially of the spine).

• Side Effects:

  • Common: stomach upset, nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, headache, muscle or joint pain.

  • Less common/serious: esophageal irritation or ulcers, severe bone/joint/muscle pain, low calcium levels, osteonecrosis of the jaw (rare but serious), unusual femur fractures.

• Precautions:

  • Take the tablet with a full glass of water while sitting or standing; remain upright for at least 1 hour after taking it to reduce the risk of esophageal irritation.

  • Ensure adequate calcium and vitamin D intake during therapy.

  • Not recommended for patients with severe kidney problems or low calcium levels.

  • Inform the doctor about any dental procedures, as bisphosphonates may rarely affect jaw health.

  • Use in pregnancy or breastfeeding is generally not advised unless prescribed.

👉 Ibandronate Sodium is effective because it reduces bone breakdown and increases bone strength, helping prevent fractures in people with osteoporosis.