Boniva Effect on Eyes

Boniva is a prescription medication that treats osteoporosis in menopausal women. It slows bone loss while aiding in the formation and strengthening of bone mass. It is part of a group of medication called Bisphonphonates. As with any medication there can be both positive and negative effects from taking Boniva. It can be taken either as a once-daily tablet or through an injection.

Eyes

• Drugs.com lists redness and swelling of the eyes as a common side effect of taking Boniva. According to the website Medline Plus, vision changes and eye pain or swelling can be a sign of a serious side effect of the injected version of the drug. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any discomfort in the eyes after taking Boniva.

Uveitis and Scleritis

• Bisphosphonates may be associated with both uveitis and scleritis which are conditions that cause inflammation of the eyes. Symptoms are usually severe eye pain, blurred vision, tearing, red on the white part of the eye and sensitivity to light. If you are experiencing any of the listed symptoms see a doctor immediately, and he may change or stop your prescription to Boniva.

Other Serious Side Effects

• Other serious side effects of both the injected and tablet forms of Boniva may be jaw pain, loosening of teeth, swollen gums, chest pains, difficulty breathing, severe joint or muscle pain, pain when swallowing and/or heartburn.

Common Side Effects

• According to the official Boniva website and Drugs.com common side effects of Boniva are diarrhea, pains in the appendages, upset stomach, flu-like symptoms, vomiting, headache and redness at the injection site if injections are used.

Warning

• From Boniva.com; "You should not take Boniva if you have low blood calcium, cannot sit or stand for at least 60 minutes, have severe kidney disease." Always contact your healthcare provider with any questions about Boniva, osteoperosis or any other medical concerns.