I'm new to this post, but wanted to give my experience with Fosamax. I am 61 years old, I am a runner, and I have been weight training for 25 years. I was shocked when I heard I has osteoporosis. I was on Fosamax for 4 months, and started experiencing inconsistent heavy chest, some pains in legs, and an achy pain in my gums and jaw. My doctor said it was probably a coincidence with my mouth and never addressed the other issues I was having. I was told to make an appointment with her. The appointment schedule was 3 months out. I decided to take myself off of the fosamax until I could talk to someone regarding my side effects. In the mean time I bought a vibration plate, and continued with my vitamins, including algaecal which I have been taking since 1/1/25. Yesterday I went to a Naturopathic doctor to get a second opinion. There is a lot more to what I learned, but she changed my vitamins, and explained the calcium game (too much/too little) She also prescribed 2 other supplements, in which I am going to try. I am considering HRT; however, I have high blood pressure and it needs to be properly regulated before we would go that route. I have been on 3 types of BP med since being diagnosed 15 years ago, and it still fluctuates high and low. The jury is out on what my next move is. I have not changed my primary care doctor to this woman yet. I'll take any advice from anyone who has experience with osteoporosis, as I am new to this, and there is so much conflicting information out there. I want to do the best job I can to preserve what I have without compromising the rest of my health.
@rajmayo22 you may want to do more research on the best type of calcium supplement to take. The calcium in Caltrade if i am not wrong, is calcium carbonate which is cheaper but has poor absorption/bioavailability. Essentially, it's a bit like eating chalk! Personally, after some research, i settled on a mix of calcium hydroxyapatite and calcium citrate
Since 2022, I have seen two Endo docs in the same practice group and neither suggested the supplement you mentioned. What is the brand name that contains Ca hydroxyapatite and Ca citrate. Thanks
Since 2022, I have seen two Endo docs in the same practice group and neither suggested the supplement you mentioned. What is the brand name that contains Ca hydroxyapatite and Ca citrate. Thanks
I took Fosamax for a long time twenty plus years ago. I ended up with Multiple Myeloma Cancer (currently have 15 broken bones) and have ugly osteoporosis which was shocking to me. 12 of my fractured vertebrae are in my spine. I have had a number of different bone building shots. Xgeva, then Prolia and just now Evenity. All three of those require abstaining from any dental work 3 months before and 3 months after dental work being done to avoid Necrotic Jaw Disease.
Since 2022, I have seen two Endo docs in the same practice group and neither suggested the supplement you mentioned. What is the brand name that contains Ca hydroxyapatite and Ca citrate. Thanks
There are many brands so i can't really recommend any in particular. I personally take "Now" Ca Hydroxyapatite and “LAC" Ca Citrate but i am sure there are many better (and worse) options
I just started Fosamax and am experiencing heavy legs and aches like I’ve done a long leg workout??? Should I continue or is this a more serious warning ? I’ve been fighting taking bone building meds for a long time. My DEXA was osteopenia, but my wrist was significantly osteoporotic? Looking for some help. I do weight lifting and average 3-5 mile walks four to five times a week.
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I'm new to this post, but wanted to give my experience with Fosamax. I am 61 years old, I am a runner, and I have been weight training for 25 years. I was shocked when I heard I has osteoporosis. I was on Fosamax for 4 months, and started experiencing inconsistent heavy chest, some pains in legs, and an achy pain in my gums and jaw. My doctor said it was probably a coincidence with my mouth and never addressed the other issues I was having. I was told to make an appointment with her. The appointment schedule was 3 months out. I decided to take myself off of the fosamax until I could talk to someone regarding my side effects. In the mean time I bought a vibration plate, and continued with my vitamins, including algaecal which I have been taking since 1/1/25. Yesterday I went to a Naturopathic doctor to get a second opinion. There is a lot more to what I learned, but she changed my vitamins, and explained the calcium game (too much/too little) She also prescribed 2 other supplements, in which I am going to try. I am considering HRT; however, I have high blood pressure and it needs to be properly regulated before we would go that route. I have been on 3 types of BP med since being diagnosed 15 years ago, and it still fluctuates high and low. The jury is out on what my next move is. I have not changed my primary care doctor to this woman yet. I'll take any advice from anyone who has experience with osteoporosis, as I am new to this, and there is so much conflicting information out there. I want to do the best job I can to preserve what I have without compromising the rest of my health.
Since 2022, I have seen two Endo docs in the same practice group and neither suggested the supplement you mentioned. What is the brand name that contains Ca hydroxyapatite and Ca citrate. Thanks
I took Fosamax for a long time twenty plus years ago. I ended up with Multiple Myeloma Cancer (currently have 15 broken bones) and have ugly osteoporosis which was shocking to me. 12 of my fractured vertebrae are in my spine. I have had a number of different bone building shots. Xgeva, then Prolia and just now Evenity. All three of those require abstaining from any dental work 3 months before and 3 months after dental work being done to avoid Necrotic Jaw Disease.
There are many brands so i can't really recommend any in particular. I personally take "Now" Ca Hydroxyapatite and “LAC" Ca Citrate but i am sure there are many better (and worse) options
I just started Fosamax and am experiencing heavy legs and aches like I’ve done a long leg workout??? Should I continue or is this a more serious warning ? I’ve been fighting taking bone building meds for a long time. My DEXA was osteopenia, but my wrist was significantly osteoporotic? Looking for some help. I do weight lifting and average 3-5 mile walks four to five times a week.