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Reclast injection for bone loss caused by letrozole
I am a ten year breast cancer survivor. After taking tamoxifen for 5 years it was recommended that I begin letrozol. My recent bone density scan indicated significant bone loss and so it was suggested that I stop the letrozol and have a reclast injection. I have a very disturbing reaction to the first injection, but was told that it was likely the second would have a less serious side effect. I am wondering if anyone else has had a similar treatment plan and what their experience has been. I am very nervous about having a second injection. Thanks so much.
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I also had a reaction to my first reclast infusion, basically felt like I had the flu for 10 days. Fevers, chills & body aches.
My second infusion was much better, slight fever for 2 days & some body aches for about 5 days, similar to my reaction to flu shots.
My doctor recommended being well hydrated before & the days following infusions, and also taking Tylenol the day before, day of, and continue until any side effects are gone. I did this both times.
I hope your second goes better.
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3 ReactionsThanks so much for your reply. Did the infusion actually help with your bone loss? My reaction actually occurred about 5 days after the initial infusion and came in the form of excruciating pain in my shoulders and hands to the point where I couldn’t even dress myself. It gradually went away after about two weeks but was very scary and debilitating.
I haven’t had the second DEXA scan to see how effective the infusions were - insurance only pays for the scan every two years, so I’ll find out in August.
I would love to know if that worked for you. Good luck.
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1 ReactionI am taking Xgeva injection for bone strength in past 3 months. I don't have side effect. Can you take Xgeva ? It seems mild. I take it once every 3 months.
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I do reclast. This will be my 4th year. I got a compression fracture in my spine jan 22 2022 . I rolled over in bed . Had no idea I had osteopenia. The reclast injections have improved my spine and I just saw my endocrinologist. He said they are doing well. I will have a total of 5 . He said after #5 I will get a year off. The main thing is to be well hydrated they day before and take an energy drink the morning of plus take 1 during your I.V. along with tylenol. Have them infuse it of 40 minutes . You don't get the side effects if they go slow. My pharmacist told me that on my 1st injection.
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1 ReactionGood to know. Thanks so very much. I wish my doctor had been so informed.
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My Dr didn't tell me anything. My pharmacist was the one who gave me the information. The pharmacist is always my go too