Evenity Side Effects
Has anyone had severe back pain and burning sensation on Evenity after just starting ?And how long does it last or is it a sign to try another medication?It starts about 7 days after the injection and pain is severe you can’t do a thing.Thanks.
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Please let us know what your doc has to say .
Hi Chris, What dose of Tymlos were you able to tolerate?
Greetings @sallyj2 .....and Happy New Year. Unfortunately, the Tymlos optional injection was not available during my 2 year journey. I injected a complete dose every morning. And no side effects at all.
Chris
I had 7 of 12 Evenity injections. Noticed increase back pain at injection# 4, Lasted for up to 5 days with 7 of 10 pain scale after day 5 4 of 10 pain scale. But daily Stiffness / achy back, knees , especially hips. Right side Osteo arthritis and sciatica! Very tender to sleep upon all Not before Evenity . But maybe due to Osteo arthritis. It's never one issue.
At injection #6 called the Endocrinologist said if I'm really uncomfortable consider stopping medication. I was more aware at injection # 7 last month, joint pain, hips and spine discomfort. I'm a very active 66 year old, exercise at the gym, hike and hopefully cross country ski this winter, .. But feel so stiff!!! Just wrote the doctor today. I think it's time to stop taking Evenity. What will my new normal be??
Yes low back pain and generalized stiffness.
So sorry to hear your increased side effects from Evenity. I had to stop after 5 doses due to increased Blood Pressure and palpitations ( both I never had before). I was told by my Endocrinologist that I needed to take either Reclast or Fosimax to " lock in any gains that I had". Unfortunately I had a DEXA scan right after I stopped the injections and had no improvement. I was not surprised because I had no improvements with other medications I have tried. All of us our unique in our journeys with OP. I am also very active- walk 4-5 miles everyday, practice yoga and am taking Alendronate ( Fosimax) at the moment. It took almost 3 months for my side effects to lessen. I hope you have the same. All of these medications cause side effects and you need to take the time to decide which is best for you. I am looking at more " natural" approaches to dealing with my OP. Again I wish you much support with your journey.
Thank you for sharing.
I plan to transition off Evenity. I have an appt. with the endocrinologist next week to decide which medication is next and best for me, if any.
This is a complex disease. With overlapping issues like arthritics, it makes it difficult to know what is best for the body. I know what is best for my spirit....
Medical professional have different treatment methods. OP meds have moderate success rate. The journey continues.
Hi I am starting my first Evenity injection at the end of January and am terrified of the side effects. Has anyone had a positive experience with Evenity? Is there anything you have taken before the injection that may help. My doctor will give me a xanax to help with the anxiety before. Thank you!
The injection(s) itself is no big deal. The needle is short & tiny and the medicine can burn a little going in - it helps if taken out of the fridge ahead of time.
I had some side effects but also good results. Most people tolerate it well and it actually builds new bone.
Hi Leslie- What were your side effects? Some of us are trying to make decisions and want to know all of the good along with the bad.
Thanks!
Merry