Prolia and its side effects.
Background: I’m a 79 year old female. Hip replacement in 2015; right knee replacement in 2017; left knee replacement in August 2022. I have arthritis in several parts of my body, including both hands.
A recent bone density test showed I have significant bone loss in parts of my body. Wasn’t able to get appointment with endocrinologist for 4 months. GP prescribed Risedronate 35mg taken once a week. Noticed joint and muscle pain became worse. Taking Tylenol for Arthritis to take the edge off.
Appointment with endocrinologist 3 days ago; she strongly recommended I start having Prolia injections. During my appointment she issued a prescription to my drugstore for Prolia to be started the next day.
Once home, I felt I should look for information on Prolia, only checking unbiased websites. What I found, including patients’ stories about their negative experiences, was unsettling. I’ve heard of doctors saying ‘don’t take any notice of Dr Google’, I’ve found that reliable information and supporting data is available on the internet, including that of the Mayo Clinic. Gut feeling and supporting evidence supported my decision not to start Prolia injections.
I would like to know what percentage of those who tolerate Prolia also have arthritis. Conversely, what percentage of those who’ve had adverse reactions to the drug have arthritis.
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I have been on Prolia. 2 yrs. No problem.
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1 Reaction@pami How do you go about getting on Collagen and does Insurance cover?
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I use native path Collagen & insurance does NOT cover it.
I've been taking Prolia for almost 6 months. Currently I need a lot of dental work -maybe an extraction. My appointment is in 7 days. I'll need to confer with both dentist and doctor; wondering if anyone else has found themself in this situation.
I do not have arthritis and have had many years of Prolia until I had an unexpected adverse reaction. The pain was unbearable in ankles all the way up one leg. We couldnt find the culprit so as I was first getting better went for six mos shot! Double severe pain in both ankles, legs, hair loss and rash. Now I can barely walk. Nothing seems to take down pain. Swelling seems to be entire foot calves all the way up to femur. Lighting pain at times. Pain 24 hrs a day going on 4th week. I have had many tests. This is not sciatica!