Upcoming Zometa infusion: I was told to take Claritin 1 week before + 1 week after infusion because it will help prevent or lessen potential bone pain. Also, thanks to this discussion group, I asked what time frame / infusion speed was ordered, and I was told my session is scheduled for 90 minutes. How much of that is prep, how much actual infusion, I don’t know, but it definitely sound like a slow and steady pace.