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Which one to choose: Evenity, Tymlos or Forteo?

Posted by ninglike @ninglike, Nov 3, 2024

I have serious osteoporosis for years and finally decide to start treatment after my L1 compression fracture.
My endocrinologist suggested:
1. Evenity
2. Tymlos or Forteo
I'm scared of their side effects and don't know which one to choose.
Appreciate your opinions as well as pros and cons

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osteoresearch | @osteoresearch | Dec 10, 2024
In reply to @rfanni "Hey Lady I’m in the same place as you and I chose Evenity. I just received..." + (show)
@rfanni

Hey Lady
I’m in the same place as you and I chose Evenity. I just received approval for my first dosage and I’m waiting on the facility to contact me for my first dosage. I’m not gonna lie, I’m scared of the potential side effects. So let’s keep in touch to compare notes.
I chose this because I did not want to give myself injections and have to worry about travel restrictions. Plus it’s only 12 months on Evenity. I thought I would throw that in there.

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I started Tymlos today with just 2 clicks. FYI- Needle was painless in abdomen. I decided Tymlos 1st to buy me some time so perhaps I can do Evenity later. Plus I wanted to try a gradual med vs a 1 month dose all at once. We shall see how it goes……

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Judy Shepherd | @jdshep | Dec 10, 2024
In reply to @rfanni "Hey Lady I’m in the same place as you and I chose Evenity. I just received..." + (show)
@rfanni

Hey Lady
I’m in the same place as you and I chose Evenity. I just received approval for my first dosage and I’m waiting on the facility to contact me for my first dosage. I’m not gonna lie, I’m scared of the potential side effects. So let’s keep in touch to compare notes.
I chose this because I did not want to give myself injections and have to worry about travel restrictions. Plus it’s only 12 months on Evenity. I thought I would throw that in there.

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I have been on Evenity and in severe pain since shot #6. Just got shot #10 so trying to hold out I n pain meds and muscle relaxers. Only 2 to go. My pain is on left side which is my week side and back. No one can give me Nswers. Hot tub helps with exercises but does not last. Good luck.

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rfanni | @rfanni | Dec 10, 2024
In reply to @jdshep "I have been on Evenity and in severe pain since shot #6. Just got shot #10..." + (show)
@jdshep

I have been on Evenity and in severe pain since shot #6. Just got shot #10 so trying to hold out I n pain meds and muscle relaxers. Only 2 to go. My pain is on left side which is my week side and back. No one can give me Nswers. Hot tub helps with exercises but does not last. Good luck.

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Crap. And this is what I’m afraid of too. You almost have it so good luck and let us know your results.

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ninglike | @ninglike | Dec 18, 2024

Sincerely thank you all for your sharing and advice.
I was going to start Forteo next month but just saw the following discussion：https://www.inspire.com/groups/bone-health-and-osteoporosis/discussion/forteo-side-effects-urgent/?lid=knr77xgdlylk&utm_campaign=Activity%20Summary%20Email_Daily%20Send&utm_source=email&inspire-id=J3VQXPM9
I'm scared and start wondering if I should start Forteo, your advice is very much appreciated!
Thanks a lot in advance for your help!
Best regards
Ning

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njx58 | @njx58 | Dec 18, 2024

Check out this video, which I've posted before. This guy does a really good job of laying out a game plan for approaching meds. There's a chart in the video that, to me, is invaluable. You'll know it when you see it. It really helped me understand the different options and when you'd consider them. At the very least, it gives me something to discuss with my doctor.

xxxxx://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4uXAsnhSaA&t=2483s
(copy this link and change xxxxx to https )

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ninglike | @ninglike | Dec 19, 2024
In reply to @njx58 "Check out this video, which I've posted before. This guy does a really good job of..." + (show)
@njx58

Check out this video, which I've posted before. This guy does a really good job of laying out a game plan for approaching meds. There's a chart in the video that, to me, is invaluable. You'll know it when you see it. It really helped me understand the different options and when you'd consider them. At the very least, it gives me something to discuss with my doctor.

xxxxx://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4uXAsnhSaA&t=2483s
(copy this link and change xxxxx to https )

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Dear njx58,
Thank you for sharing the video and hope the gains outweigh the side effects.
Best regards
Ning

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