recast infusion for osteoporosis

I have the same question. My doctor is suggesting Reclast for me and I’m interested in hearing from others taking it. Thank you.

We have often heard here and on other forums to premedicate (tylenol, maybe benadryl), hyrate before and after, and ask for a slow infusion.If you are sensitive to meds you can also try a partial dose (1/4-1/2) first to see how you react.

When a mans fractured elbow fully heals will he have the same strength as before he fractured his elbow or will he have a permanent lose of strength?

I would definitely ask for a slower than the recommended 15 minute infusion. My doctor ordered the infusion to be over one hour. I made sure to drink plenty of water before and after the infusion. One thing I learned afterward that I would like to pass on to everyone is that the person administering the infusion is supposed to flush the tubing, when the "piggy back " (small bag, holding the medicine) is finished, before removing the IV so that you get the full amount of medication. I was not quick enough and she removed the IV before I could stop her. I figure if I am going to go through with this treatment, I want to get all of the 5mg. This may seem like a small thing, but it is the correct way to administer the medication. I got Reclast as a transition drug from Prolia. I do have muscle and joint pain with the Reclast, but not the severe pain that I had after my second injection of Prolia.
Good Luck

Thank you. This sounds like very good advice.

I think bones that heal from a fracture generally heal as strong as before, or even stronger at the line of breakage. But it also depends on each individual health status, right? Not everyone has the same abilities to heal - age, general health, nutrition.
A question for your doctor.

Just had my 2nd reclast infusion. no side effects. everything is fine,

Thank you for responding. It’s so hard making these decisions on which one to try next. My bones are so bad & all the side effects are scary.

I agree. The first 3 years I took prolia, I had no problem. During the 4th year, I felt like I was walking on a broken leg. The pain in my upper thigh was severe and lasted for a year after I stopped prolia.

Have had Reclast at least three times aver the last several years and so far had no side effects. I'm being monitored by Hospital for Special Surgery, NYC.
Awaiting appt. for next one. With advanced osteoporosis and bad balance requiring me to use walker now, I need all the help I can get.