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Zoledronic Acid (Reclast) can I have just one infusion?
Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Jun 8 3:52pm | Replies (63)Comment receiving replies
I’ve taken alendronate sodium tables for 3 years but recent DEXA scan shows loss of bone density in the hip. My Endocrinologist recommends switching to Zoledronic Acid (Reclast) injection. I’m 82 years old and am hesitant due to possible side effects. Would appreciate knowing the experience of those who have taken Reclast.
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I am getting my third IV of reclast or zoldronic acid whichever same thing this July , the only thing I can suggest is you make sure you hydrate the day before and the morning of your IV and I took two Tylenol the morning of I had no side effects. I do a Roar electrolyte drink pick up at health food store. Best way to increase bone density. 👌
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I’m 70, just had my second infusion. Other than the 2 day flu the first time, I’ve had no side effects that I notice. However I happened to have a previously unplanned CT scan with contrast just 7 days after the second infusion - so they ran kidney function bloodwork before the scan. My eGFR dropped from 80 to 49 and my creatinine is now 1.2. It is believed the cause was the Reclast, but it’s expected to be a temporary change. I will have another blood draw in a week and a half - the hope is that the kidney function will recover to its normal level.
So the one caution I would have is if your kidney function is low already you would want to discuss the implications of Reclast with your doctor.
Reclast has worked for me, I’m no longer in osteoporosis (my lowest level was -2.9 before tx). But I would not risk my kidneys for it - if my eGFR doesn’t rise back up I won’t be taking Reclast again (3 infusions were recommended).