Weight gain with Prolia
On April 9 I received the Prolia injection. Within six weeks I gained 4 pounds and several inches. I have always been very petite and thin, so this was a shock. Has anyone else experienced this with the injection?
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Welcome @lorrism124, It's the pits when a medication or treatment causes a weight gain. There is a study about Prolia causing an unintential weight gain — Prolia and Weight gain – unintentional – a phase IV clinical study of FDA data: https://www.ehealthme.com/ds/prolia/weight-gain-unintentional/
Here is some more related information that might explain what is happening — "No, weight gain wasn't reported as a side effect of Prolia in clinical studies. But weight gain may be a symptom of a side effect called peripheral edema. With …" — Prolia side effects: What you should know: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/drugs-prolia-side-effects
You mentioned gaining 5lbs and working out 3 to 5 days at the gym. I have an inexpensive home bathroom scale that measures your weight and shows body fat, muscle mass, water weight, and BMI. Do you have a bathroom scale that would show if it's the water weight that is increasing?
I have been on Prolia for four years and my weight hasnt changed.
In reply to @lorrism124… SRy to hear this….we are all unique people, but I wanted you to know this has not been an issue for me. I have not had any negative side effects from Prolia. I hope you find something that works well for you!
Thank you, I do also.