Prolia side effects

Hi, I am also on Prolia and was apprehensive also about starting it. I have had 2 injections so far and no real side effects. My joints are somewhat achy a couple days after and that's about all. Best wishes!

I took Prolia when it was first on the market. The main side effect I had were flu like symptoms. Made it through 3 injections then quit due to dentists refusing to do an extraction of an infected tooth and suffering for quite a few months until my doctor finally got the dentist to agree after being off Prolia for 6 months they would treat it.

When I started Prolia it was expected I’d take it forever or at least until I got normal bone density. After years of research it was found that continuous use of the medication can actually make your bones more Brittle. There is a set number of years for treatment established now. There’s some studies you can look up if you are interested.

it’s worth trying the medication as you can always quit if you need to

Kiascia, dentists do not want to extract teeth of patients who are taking bisphosphonates because of the risk of osteonecrosis, death of part of the jawbone. I had a terrible infection so I went to an oral surgeon who took the tooth out and debrided the jawbone. He sent a bone biopsy for pathology. The bone was infected but there was no osteonecrosis or cancer. I took lots of antibiotics, including IV ones, for several months before it cleared up. I now have a bridge since there was not enough bone left for an implant. No more Prolia for at least a year, but it worked out in the end. If a tooth is really bad go to an oral surgeon (they have hospital privileges and medical training, too.)

Viewfinder, all of the osteoporosis meds have bad side effects. I have osteoporosis and osteoarthritis as well as a terrible family history: my mother died of bone collapse and 3 of my 4 siblings have had 14 osteoporosis related surgeries between them. While those 3 sibs have used every relevant medication on the market, my brother without the serious fractures and I have stayed with old school alendronate in about 2 year on/off cycles. I can tolerate the side effects and like the fact that it clears your system in a couple of months if you need to go off it. My endocrinologist keeps a close eye on my bone density and n-pelopetide levels. She also thought it was a good idea for me to skip the AIs even though she would not recommend that to many people.

Most doctors view you through the eyes of their specialty, so I would consult with the medical professional who treats you for osteoporosis as well. Good luck with your decision!

I have osteoporosis of the spine and osteopenia of femur neck. I was given Prolia, which caused me to develop osteonecrosis of the ear canal. I would not recommend Prolia. I am afraid of all bone building medications. I will stick to diet, exercise and supplements.