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Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: 5 days ago | Replies (115)
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I was only on it for 6 months as well-terrible side effects - now on actonel once a week 35 mg. however I have some GERD issues and swallowing issue from actonel- going for a barium swallowing scan. I would like to take nothing- I have disc issues in my back and getting prolozone shots which work very well. Having new bone density scan done this week.
@rashida
Have you considered an anabolic like Tymlos or Forteo instead of Prolia, if the Actonel doesn’t work?
I was on Forteo after my fractures, unfortunately after 4 months my calcium level went dangerously high, and I had to come off. Tried Actonel after that and then finally Evista. Had to stop these was well due to reactions.
For whatever reason I have reactions to all osteoporosis drugs, I’ve talked to my endocrinologist about this and she has no explanation as to why.
Personally I think it’s because I have autoimmune issues. Since all osteoporosis drugs impact immune cells, I think this is the reason I’m so sensitive.
I just started hormone replacement therapy and am hopeful this will at least keep my bone loss at a minimum.