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Forteo vs. Tymlos: Which did you choose?

Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: 2 days ago | Replies (631)

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Good afternoon @rutz and welcome to Connect. I remember how I felt about Tymlos. I didn't even know anything about osteoporosis until I was 76. After acknowledging my bone dilemma, I started on Boniva and immediately had terrible jaw and face pain. My only options were Tymlos or Forteo. I chose Tymlos, mainly because of the refrigeration issue, I knew I would probably screw it up and ruin the medication.

Today we have Evenity which is relatively new. Its attraction is its ability to both build bone and protect bone. Having finished 2 yrs on Tymlos with absolutely no side effects other than a fuzzy tummy the first couple of days, I am now on Prolia to maintain what I have. My scan reported improvement although not statistically significant. And I have no evidence of fractures. Considering what a goofball I was with my history of falling down mountains and off horses, I am satisfied.

May you have comfort and be at peace.
Chris

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Thank you for the information. I know there is nothing you can take without risk but Tymlos has some serious side effects. Does taking it out weigh the risk of side effects is what I'm struggling with. I was on Fosomax for 5 years and said no longer. I didn't get worse but didn't get any better.