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Reclast infusion long term side effects
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@llander1966, you might ask about Forteo. It is particularly effective in the femoral head. It is seeming as though patients with autoimmune diseases are particularly susceptible to Recast's side effects long term.
People who do have side effects with Forteo can just quit taking the medication, because it leaves the body quickly.
There is a common wisdom spreading among endocrinologists that it is better to start treatment with a bone building medication. You might ask because the medications suggested to you are both antiresorptive.
While once a year or every six month treatment is tempting, it has the risk that you mention-- long term side effects.
You probably already know that because we are small boned our dexas overstate our bone loss.
I'm 75 on my fourth year of Forteo without any side effects.
If you do decide on Reclast ask for a lower dose and slower infusion.
Bless your choice with luck.
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My doctor said it’s a 20 minute infusion that may be an option after Tymlos. Can you provide any links to the optimum length of time? I’m hearing 45-60 minute infusion
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@gently Thank you! That is a very good suggestion. I did not know that endocrinologists are changing their thinking to starting with a bone building medication. Like you said those of us with small frames tend to see overstated bone loss on our scans. That is even more reason for me to take my time making this decision because I think I can wait a bit. I will ask my endo about Forteo. How long will you stay on Forteo? Is there an end point at which you must take a break or stop it? I really need to research Forteo now. Thanks again!