Has anyone had improved T Scores with Forteo or similar medications? Any side effects though I didn't have issue with Fosamax or the generic, alendronate. Fosamax definitely was easier on my GI system than the generic but still tolerable and it worked.
My questions is two fold because I want to research what might be next for me. I last used Fosamax (alendronate) about 4 years ago and it did improve where I had osteopenia and osteoporosis. I wouldn't take Fosamax again as it had side effects that could prove worse than the diagnosis though it worked for me initially. A year ago, my doctor recommended we keep checking my T Scores to see if there is a change and then I could consider other medications. I also work for a company that is running a study on an improved autoinjector and wondering if anyone had issue with the auto injector used with Forteo.
I take D3 and K2. My vitamin D level was below normal. It's hard to tell exactly what effect each thing has when you're on medication, so I can only assume that every piece is part of the puzzle.
I'm hesitant to rely solely on calcium supplements, so I try to get two servings of milk (fat-free) a day.
I took alendronate (Fosamax) about 4 years ago and considering other medications when the positive response I initially had declines. I'm curious how well Forteo worked for folks and if they were able to improve their T-scores.
One issue is that the recommended sequence is Tymlos or Forteo first (they are similar.)I think taking it after Fosamax lessens the effectiveness.
I improved my T-score from -3 to -2 after nine months on Tymlos. Technically, that's osteopenia territory. It's probably even a little better now that I'm up to 14 months. My most recent P1NP and CTX markers were excellent.
I take calcium chewables. I had weightloss surgery 2013, and I still have a small stomach, about the size of a walnut, and only 3 feet of small intestines. Chewables are also taken with a small snack and my enzymes. Have you been tested for how much enzymes you still make? EPI or Exo Pancreatic Enzyme Insufficiency. It's a stool test. This test and diagnosis has found its way to Primary Care and Emergency Medical Professionals. The manufacture of the enzymes has a lot of information on their website (Abbvie). If you aren't on Medicare, you may qualify for free vitamins through the manufacture, It's a blessing. Surgeon prefers me to take everything at 200% It's not bad tasting. I picked a popular seller on Amazon, and I can get 1-2 days delivery and it's consistent. (Berimelts).
2 daily vitamins chewable ~ (may be) free from the manufacture using their patient portal
3 Calcium chewables (every 3 hours for me). $20 / 30 days
1 B12 should be the disolving kind and go under your tongue $20 / 90 days $6.50 / 30 days
1 Iron chewable (every other day) $10 / 90 days or $3.65 / 30 days
=================== $45 / month But I get the bigger bottle or count, and you'll see your price per day coming down. Hope some of this was helpful
I take calcium chewables. I had weightloss surgery 2013, and I still have a small stomach, about the size of a walnut, and only 3 feet of small intestines. Chewables are also taken with a small snack and my enzymes. Have you been tested for how much enzymes you still make? EPI or Exo Pancreatic Enzyme Insufficiency. It's a stool test. This test and diagnosis has found its way to Primary Care and Emergency Medical Professionals. The manufacture of the enzymes has a lot of information on their website (Abbvie). If you aren't on Medicare, you may qualify for free vitamins through the manufacture, It's a blessing. Surgeon prefers me to take everything at 200% It's not bad tasting. I picked a popular seller on Amazon, and I can get 1-2 days delivery and it's consistent. (Berimelts).
2 daily vitamins chewable ~ (may be) free from the manufacture using their patient portal
3 Calcium chewables (every 3 hours for me). $20 / 30 days
1 B12 should be the disolving kind and go under your tongue $20 / 90 days $6.50 / 30 days
1 Iron chewable (every other day) $10 / 90 days or $3.65 / 30 days
=================== $45 / month But I get the bigger bottle or count, and you'll see your price per day coming down. Hope some of this was helpful
Hi Julie,
Wow, that's great information. So far, my doctor only recommended oral Calcitrate with D for a supplement and I've always wondered if it really helped. I'm still working FT so not on Medicare but will check the calcium chewables on Amazon.
One issue is that the recommended sequence is Tymlos or Forteo first (they are similar.)I think taking it after Fosamax lessens the effectiveness.
I improved my T-score from -3 to -2 after nine months on Tymlos. Technically, that's osteopenia territory. It's probably even a little better now that I'm up to 14 months. My most recent P1NP and CTX markers were excellent.
Wow that's great news! I was diagnosed at 50 and took Fosamax for about 8 years in total with a break in between treatment for about 3 years. That was prior to the injectables which appear to have less side effects (thigh fracture was the negative for Fosamax) and perhaps improved results. Since I'm not in the market just yet for medication management, more research etc. may come through to manage osteoporosis as time goes on. I'm actually working on a new autoinjector which should improve the patient experience at least down the road. In the meantime, I do lots of yoga and started incorporating weight training into my exercise routine. It's awesome that Tymlos has had such a positive improvement to your T-score and markers.
My questions is two fold because I want to research what might be next for me. I last used Fosamax (alendronate) about 4 years ago and it did improve where I had osteopenia and osteoporosis. I wouldn't take Fosamax again as it had side effects that could prove worse than the diagnosis though it worked for me initially. A year ago, my doctor recommended we keep checking my T Scores to see if there is a change and then I could consider other medications. I also work for a company that is running a study on an improved autoinjector and wondering if anyone had issue with the auto injector used with Forteo.
I don't like the Forteo pen as much as the Tymlos one. I always have drops on the needle with Forteo after my injection. I have no problem with the Tymlos pen.
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Has anyone had improved T Scores with Forteo or similar medications? Any side effects though I didn't have issue with Fosamax or the generic, alendronate. Fosamax definitely was easier on my GI system than the generic but still tolerable and it worked.
I self injected. The needle is tiny and very thin. It is easy.
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I take D3 and K2. My vitamin D level was below normal. It's hard to tell exactly what effect each thing has when you're on medication, so I can only assume that every piece is part of the puzzle.
I'm hesitant to rely solely on calcium supplements, so I try to get two servings of milk (fat-free) a day.
I also use collagen peptides powder.
One issue is that the recommended sequence is Tymlos or Forteo first (they are similar.)I think taking it after Fosamax lessens the effectiveness.
I improved my T-score from -3 to -2 after nine months on Tymlos. Technically, that's osteopenia territory. It's probably even a little better now that I'm up to 14 months. My most recent P1NP and CTX markers were excellent.
I take calcium chewables. I had weightloss surgery 2013, and I still have a small stomach, about the size of a walnut, and only 3 feet of small intestines. Chewables are also taken with a small snack and my enzymes. Have you been tested for how much enzymes you still make? EPI or Exo Pancreatic Enzyme Insufficiency. It's a stool test. This test and diagnosis has found its way to Primary Care and Emergency Medical Professionals. The manufacture of the enzymes has a lot of information on their website (Abbvie). If you aren't on Medicare, you may qualify for free vitamins through the manufacture, It's a blessing. Surgeon prefers me to take everything at 200% It's not bad tasting. I picked a popular seller on Amazon, and I can get 1-2 days delivery and it's consistent. (Berimelts).
2 daily vitamins chewable ~ (may be) free from the manufacture using their patient portal
3 Calcium chewables (every 3 hours for me). $20 / 30 days
1 B12 should be the disolving kind and go under your tongue $20 / 90 days $6.50 / 30 days
1 Iron chewable (every other day) $10 / 90 days or $3.65 / 30 days
=================== $45 / month But I get the bigger bottle or count, and you'll see your price per day coming down. Hope some of this was helpful
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Wow, that's great information. So far, my doctor only recommended oral Calcitrate with D for a supplement and I've always wondered if it really helped. I'm still working FT so not on Medicare but will check the calcium chewables on Amazon.
Thank you!
Wow that's great news! I was diagnosed at 50 and took Fosamax for about 8 years in total with a break in between treatment for about 3 years. That was prior to the injectables which appear to have less side effects (thigh fracture was the negative for Fosamax) and perhaps improved results. Since I'm not in the market just yet for medication management, more research etc. may come through to manage osteoporosis as time goes on. I'm actually working on a new autoinjector which should improve the patient experience at least down the road. In the meantime, I do lots of yoga and started incorporating weight training into my exercise routine. It's awesome that Tymlos has had such a positive improvement to your T-score and markers.
I don't like the Forteo pen as much as the Tymlos one. I always have drops on the needle with Forteo after my injection. I have no problem with the Tymlos pen.
Thanks for the info on the Forteo needle and your experience and feedback on their injection device. I really appreciate it!