@contentandwell,

Here is some information about the way Tymllos stimulates bone cells to produce new bone tissue. Tymlos is a lab-made copy of part of the human parathyroid hormone-related protein (or PTHrP), while Forteo is a partial copy of parathyroid hormone. In our bodies, the PTHrP and the parathyroid hormone do many things, notably stimulating bone cells called osteoblasts to produce new bone tissue.

Tymlos is meant to be injected daily for 18 months. Major difference with Forteo is that Forteo has to be refrigerated and taken for 24 months which makes travel pretty difficult. Tymlos is meant for patients with severe osteoporosis. At 77, I am already playing catch up.

After my severe reaction to Boniva....all of the other bisphosphonates were ruled out. I didn't like the idea of taking medications once a month or every three months. What happens if you have a reaction....and you just had the injection? I chose the daily option which gives me an immediate opt-out if necessary.

I didn't like the pricing history of Forteo with double-digit percentage price hikes year to year. My insurance accepted Tymlos and it is less expensive. The women's health research emphasizes that women need to do other supportive measures to improve their bone health....daily exercises like walking and healthy food choices.

Major question for me is what do you do when the 18 months is over and you are still around and need something to keep your "new" bones healthy? And there are some researchable issues like side effects. I hope all will be revealed in due time. May you have a pain free day. Chris