Hi @mahonlye, I am with you 100%. I tolerated Alendronate (Fosamax) and one injection of Prolia very well, but the rheumatologist I started seeing wants me to go on Tymlos, and the potential side effects of this drug are terrifying. I was shocked when I was told to get in bed to inject it, in the event heart palpitations and dizziness set in. I expressed my concerns with my primary care doctor, who did an EKG in her office. There was a little “blip” that she didn’t think was serious, but she suggested I see a cardiologist prior to starting the drug so I can get clearance from him. I also have low blood pressure, which may contribute to dizziness/lightheadedness.

I think as women we need to stand up to these drug companies somehow and question why it is these osteoporosis drugs are so damning on our bodies. While I understand not everyone experiences side effects and tolerates differently, we shouldn’t have to take a drug in bed every day for 18 months in the event it makes us sick(er). I hope one day this type of “activism” if you will, might happen. We’re still entitled to quality of life.

I am wishing you well. I am wishing all of us well.🦋