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Have you used alternative dosages for Tymlos or Forteo?

Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Aug 12, 2023 | Replies (62)
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@bayhorse I was told either a rheumatologist or an endocrinologist. I think there may be a slight difference though. My PCP directed me to a rheumatologist but I suspect that was because he thought that particular doctor was the best in the area for treating osteoporosis. I chose to go beyond my local area for treatment and chose the doctor who was most appealing to me. She happened to be an endocrinologist.

@windyshores Who did you actually call? I had a question and the pharmacist didn't know the answer so I called Radius and was told they only market the drug, they can't give any answers about it! It left me sort of high and dry.
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bayhorse | @bayhorse | Oct 13, 2022

Thanks to both of you for the information!

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windyshores | @windyshores | Oct 13, 2022

@contentandwell I called my representative at Tymlos Together. I didn't have a question and I was not seeking advice. I just told them that I could not tolerate a full dose but had succeeded in starting at a low dose and ramping up, and that they could retain more patients if this info was given to doctors.

Of course they are limited by protocols done in studies, as are the docs and pharmacists. (My doc did approve heartily of what I was doing, but did not suggest it....)

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