guinivere, good answer, "no." Reclast isn't the worst osteoporosis drug, but why not take the best, Forteo. I think that is what McCormick recommends and what he has taken. Though it's probably time to visit your brother, I think you can gather as much from the McCormick videos.
I like Forteo and have been taking it without struggle for almost a year. Some have adverse reactions so you have to be ready to switch to Tymlos. I hope you get a good endocrinologist and the best medication. Oh, Forteo helps heal the broken bone. Reclast does not.