NDAORALTABLET
Approved
May 2003
Lifecycle
LOE Approaching
Competitive Pressure
30/100
Clinical Trials
8
Data completeness
3/8 — Basic
BONIVA (ibandronate sodium) by Roche is hydroxyapatite, which is part of the mineral matrix of bone. First approved in 2003.
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AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
BONIVA (ibandronate sodium) is an oral bisphosphonate that treats postmenopausal osteoporosis by inhibiting osteoclast activity and reducing bone resorption. It is administered as a once-monthly tablet that binds to hydroxyapatite in the bone mineral matrix, leading to net gains in bone mass. The drug addresses elevated bone turnover rates characteristic of postmenopausal women.
LOE Approaching
With LOE approaching and moderate competitive pressure, brand teams face contraction; focus shifts to maximizing remaining exclusivity and positioning for generic transition.
Mechanism of Action
hydroxyapatite, which is part of the mineral matrix of bone. Ibandronate inhibits osteoclast activity and reduces bone resorption and turnover. In postmenopausal women, it reduces the elevated rate of bone turnover, leading to, on average, a net gain in bone mass.
Indications
Indication data is being enriched from DailyMed and FDA labeling. Check back soon for approved therapeutic uses.
Clinical Trials (8)
A Study of Bonviva/Boniva (Ibandronate) in Biphosphonate-Naïve Women With Post-Menopausal Osteoporosis
Started Apr 2011
41 enrolled
Post Menopausal Osteoporosis
A Study of Ibandronate [Bonviva/Boniva] and Alendronate in Female Patients With Post-Menopausal Osteoporosis
Started Apr 2010
6,054 enrolled
Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
Bioequivalence Study of Ibandronate Sodium Tablets 150 mg Under Fasting Condition
Started Sep 2008
100 enrolled
Healthy
A Study Comparing Monthly Boniva (Ibandronate) and Weekly Risedronate in Women With Post-Menopausal Osteoporosis.
Started May 2006
356 enrolled
Post Menopausal Osteoporosis
A Study of Bone Turnover Markers in Post-Menopausal Women With Osteoporosis Treated With Monthly Boniva (Ibandronate)
Started Feb 2006
67 enrolled
Post Menopausal Osteoporosis
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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