I did the Forteo shots for two years (finished this spring). I found it basically painless and easy to do. I did the shots right before bed, and never noticed any side effects (thank goodness). After two years my bone density increased 12.5% in Spine and 5% in hips. My Endo had me follow up with a Reclast infusion, which I also have tolerated well. So good luck to you, and I hope your results are even better!