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Treating Osteoporosis: What works for you?

Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Nov 3, 2023 | Replies (1084)
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@mj20

Hi everyone,
Thanks for your responses on my starting Forteo. I discussed my concerns about the shots everyday with my doctor, and we will be starting Reclast instead for one year. It's the infusion. I had stomach shots for something else in the hospital, and it was extremely painful for me. I am 69 and my bone density is bad, but she said it's ok to wait. I'll also be starting to walk a lot more and take calcium. Anyone else on Reclast?

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windyshores | @windyshores | Oct 3, 2022

IF your bone density is bad, would you consider Tymlos? I am much more leery of side effects with Reclast. The pen needles for Tymlos are tiny and have adjustable doses so you can start low and move up.

I have heard that using Reclast first may affect the effectiveness of the bone-builders like Tymlos, Forteo or Evenity and it has been suggested to me to do Reclast after Tymlos.

I fractured my spine in several places. Tymlos and Forteo build quality bone. I would take a small needle every morning forever if I could have avoided these fractures, which are permanent, painful and disabling.

Respect to you in your decision-making but wanted to share my perspective.

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