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Looking for Information and positive feedback about Reclast

Posted by judithh580 @judithh580, Mar 10, 2022

I have been diagnosed with osteopenia in my bone density testing. I have had Rheumatoid arthritis for 38 years and am 77. My Rheumatologist recommends me starting Reclast Infusions on March 23rd. I am apprehensive after reading about so many negatives and side effects. I have canceled the infusion once because I am stressing about what I read. Please help me by giving me some positive feedback if anyone has any!

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oetso1 | @oetso1 | May 12, 2022
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@wileyglo30

Today I get my first request in fusion for osteoporosis. I am interested to know people think about it?

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Received my first infusion a few months ago. I seem to be slightly constipated but resolving this by increasing my water intake. Best wishes for your experience.

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | May 12, 2022
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@ivysmom

Has anyone had reclast infusion? Did you prep for it? Reactions?

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Hi @ivysmom There are a number of discussions in our Bone/Joint/Muscle group with members who are taking Reclast for osteoporosis. I know it’s difficult to decide which bone strengthening medication is best for your situation.

Here are a couple of links you might find interesting.
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/are-you-taking-reclast-for-osteoporosis/
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/jude/
Have you been offered other medications for Osteoporosis? Or is this your first experience with bone loss medication?

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cat22 | @cat22 | May 13, 2022
In reply to @judithh580 "Thanks Windyshores. My DEXA shores are between -1.5 to -1.9 so I think I am not..." + (show)
@judithh580

Thanks Windyshores. My DEXA shores are between -1.5 to -1.9 so I think I am not going to rush into getting the Reclast infusion at this time. I will continue to have my done density testing and watch the numbers. My numbers actually improved from the prior year. I am an active woman, but have had knee pain so I was in physical therapy and working out at the gym. I purchased a recombinant bike for my home and I think that might be helping my bone density.

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I wouldn’t consider a prescription med with osteopenia. But there are many things you can do to prevent it from progressing to osteoporosis. Unfortunately, a recumbent bike is not a weight bearing exercise, and won’t do anything for your bones. You can build your bones with a jumping program, if you haven’t had a fracture, 10-20 small jumps a day, 30 seconds apart. Also, try some weight lifting, light weights and build up slowly and also dancing. If you’re able, Pickleball is great at building bone. Read about separating calcium supplements or foods from grain, nuts, iron rich foods and beans by 2 hrs. Good luck

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callalloo | @callalloo | May 13, 2022
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@cat22

I wouldn’t consider a prescription med with osteopenia. But there are many things you can do to prevent it from progressing to osteoporosis. Unfortunately, a recumbent bike is not a weight bearing exercise, and won’t do anything for your bones. You can build your bones with a jumping program, if you haven’t had a fracture, 10-20 small jumps a day, 30 seconds apart. Also, try some weight lifting, light weights and build up slowly and also dancing. If you’re able, Pickleball is great at building bone. Read about separating calcium supplements or foods from grain, nuts, iron rich foods and beans by 2 hrs. Good luck

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I'm trying to prevent osteoporosis and added more weight-bearing exercise. I'm including schlepping in bags of groceries after shopping and anything else that is also legitimately weight-bearing and also resistance training. The latter was developed by the milltary as potable 'weights' exercise and can be done pretty much anywhere.

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lioness | @lioness | May 16, 2022

@judith580 I have been this for the last for 2 yrs now Infusion once a yr. I have had no bad reaction from this and my dexascan is much better then when I started.I,ll have my 3rd in Sept this year

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callalloo | @callalloo | May 17, 2022
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@cat22

I wouldn’t consider a prescription med with osteopenia. But there are many things you can do to prevent it from progressing to osteoporosis. Unfortunately, a recumbent bike is not a weight bearing exercise, and won’t do anything for your bones. You can build your bones with a jumping program, if you haven’t had a fracture, 10-20 small jumps a day, 30 seconds apart. Also, try some weight lifting, light weights and build up slowly and also dancing. If you’re able, Pickleball is great at building bone. Read about separating calcium supplements or foods from grain, nuts, iron rich foods and beans by 2 hrs. Good luck

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Can I ask why separate the calcium supplements from grain, nuts, etc. I tend to take mine in the morning with a yoghurt/fruit/nuts/flax smoothie so am curious if I'm messing this up.

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lavanda7 | @lavanda7 | May 21, 2022

Has anyone heard of anything new to help restore/replace cartilage in the knees due to osteoarthritis?

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mpeters | @mpeters | May 22, 2022

I have had two infusions of Reclast with no reaction. I just had my dexa scan and was told I don’t need another infusion. I’m to wait until 2024 to have another dexa scan and the possibly have another infusion of Reclast if I need it. I walk two miles every day, take calcium pills morning and evening, and eat calcium rich foods. I’m glad Mayo Clinic put me on this treatment regimen.

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