uveitis of the eye caused by Boniva

[Lodow]

I have been  on  Boniva  for  bone  helath  for  about two years. I  heard  yesterday  that Boniva  would cause eye disorders called  uveitis and sleraderma? Does this bone medicine  cause  eye  problems? I  have  an eye disorder called  Fuchs  cornea  dystrophy and  have recently  had cataract  surgery in  both  eyes ;however  one eye keeps  feeling  irritated. Could this be caused by the medicine  for my bones called BONIVA

[lisetta1000]

A related discussion, Boniva cause of pappiloma conjunctiva was started.

[Michael J Kutryb, MD]

Bisphosphonates like Boniva have been associated rarely with uveitis.  You would experience ocular pain, blurred vision, light sensitivity, loss of vision and possibly glaucoma if you had uveitis.  Your ophthalmologist would be able to tell you right away if you had any uveitis and the Boniva could be discontinued if that were the case.  The fuch's corneal dystrophy has nothing to do with all of this and is an inherited condition of the cornea that can cause corneal swelling especially after cataract surgery sometimes and can require corneal transplantation in severe cases.  If you have concerns about the Boniva tell your ophthalmologist who should be able to calm your fears and help with your occasional irritation.  Use artificial tears in the meantime.

MJK MD

[Lodow]

I want to thank you  for your  prompt  answer to my question.I will  see my  Eye  Dr  and have him  determine  if I should  dis-continue the Boniva. I  thought  I was headed  straight  for the corneal transplant-- Now I feel much better about this. Have a good day
Lodow