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Teriparatide (Forteo Generic) Use & Side Effects
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@gently
Gently, thank you so much for your insight on these drugs. I really appreciated you sharing. Anabolics sounds like good options, should I decide to go the drug route.
I did read somewhere, maybe here, that Forteo may cause insomnia and depression. Have you heard this? I know we will all respond differently to these drugs, but good to gather info.
Thank you again?
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@laren3, I was particularly charmed by that ending question mark. I am glad you are asking. It seems important to look at all the drug and non-drug options and to see what the prescribing physician sees as your path before you decide. Be sure and question everything I say Every single drug has someone who has fared very well taking it. I have very little experience and no medical background. Best luck with your choice.
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@laren3, depression and insomnia were signaled on the clinical trials at 5% of patients compared to 1% on placebo. I think from patient reporting the percentage may be higher.
One advantage of Forteo and Tymlos is that the medications leave your body so quickly, so the side effects usually evaporate rapidly if you decide to quit. With all the other meds quiting can leave you suffering for months (some report years).
Both insomnia, depression and some of the aches, (especially headaches) dissipate in some after a week or month of use as our bodies adjust to the calcium flood.
As you wisely recognize, this drug isn't for everyone. Some brave souls tolerate side effects for the two years. Some few simply cannot tolerate the drug. My fingers are crossed that you'll have an experience like mine, if you decide to try forteo.