Zometa: Does anyone have tips they can share with me?

Posted by trinhttt @trinhttt, Jan 31 4:31pm

I will be getting my first dose of Zometa next Wednesday for my osteoporosis and prevention of bone metastasis. Does anyone have tips they can share with me? Thank you!

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dolphina3 | @dolphina3 | Feb 2 6:41am

The first time you may feel almost like u have a mild flu but after that I didn't have anything. Drinking water before infusion helps as well.
I had Zometa infusions for 3 years and am glad I did. No problems at all just low temp and chills after the first one.
Hugs and well wishes.

ecwilmot | @ecwilmot | Feb 2 9:41am

My doctor had them add extra hydration to the drip plus they give me Tylenol as the drip starts. (It takes a long time for the infusion due to the extra hydration). I have had no side effects. Good luck to you!

mossa | @mossa | Feb 2 4:44pm

In reply to @trinhttt "Thanks. May I ask how long was your first infusion? My nurse said mine will be..." + (show)

My first was 30 minutes, the second was 1 hour. I had to have clearance from my dentist prior to first infusion and if any work needed to have it done before Zometa. Good luck with yours, each persons experience is unique.