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Struggling with making an osteoporosis treatment decision

Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Jun 4, 2024 | Replies (661)
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I have been told by my doctor to take Reclast after I've had Prolia (which gave me horrible side effects) and Evenity (no problem). I am extremely concerned about a one year shot because if you have side effects you are suck with those for one year. I'm not sure I want to give up one year of my life dealing with side effects. I'm prone to hair loss and can't take any drug that might make it worse.
What side effects have others had on Reclast and is there an alternative as I've had everything else already including forteo?

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windyshores | @windyshores | Oct 25, 2023

My doc will do a 20% dose of Reclast as a test dose. I talked with Keith McCormick who suggested I continue at that dose, probably every three months.
Some have followed up with alendronate (Fosamax). It is not as potent but still good, I was told. I have terrible GERD and can't take that.

It's tough! I was on cancer meds for 5 years, with side effects, then Tymlos for two years, with side effects, now hoping for Evenity for a year, then Reclast for an unknown period of time.

Side effects have been tolerable and worth it but I do feel my energy level is pretty darn low. I think we would all love to be drug free for awhile! But I am carrying on and wish you luck doing the same,

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mickeyo | @mickeyo | Oct 25, 2023

This is what a Google result showed. The effects are not for a year only for a shorter period of time.
I hope this is correct because I've been told now that I need to take the reclast infusion and I am a very active person. "Showing results for how long do the side effects of reclast infusion last
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You might have body aches, fever, or chills after you get your Reclast (zoledronic acid) infusion. Most of these infusion-related side effects happen within the first 3 days after the infusion. They typically go away within 3 days, but can last up to 2 weeks."

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