User Reviews for Reclast intravenous

Ladies (and gentlemen, if any), YOU MUST DO YOUR HOMEWORK FIRST. Since I have other health problems, and have learned to read about side effects and things I must do first, I read about Reclast. My rheumatologist ordered this treatment, after I told him about side effects of Fosamax and pain after falling. He said that he like Reclast better, so he got the treatment approved. Like I said, I did my homework, knew I needed to drink extra fluids and take at least Tylenol Arthritis for a few days; that was to keep the flu-like symptoms at bay and help the recovery. After the infusion, I was surprised at how good I felt. I did take two Tylenol Arthritis at the beginning of the infusion; the nurses had recommended it. My back did not hurt afterwards like when I took Fosamax. I know that it has only been four days, but will monitor and be careful about how I am feeling. I was also given a sheet at the treatment about needing to consume at least 1500mg of calcium for two weeks; I was told that it would lower my blood calcium for a short while so I bought some chewable calcium that one of the nurses recommended. Taking three (3) of those a day gives my 1800 mg. If I continue to do o.k. I will stay on this yearly treatment.Read More Read Less

I cannot take oral meds for osteoporosis due to digestive upset so tried this last year. I was advised well prior to the tx and given water. The infusion felt cold and I felt sort of odd the rest of the day. For 2 days after I had flu like symptoms but they did not keep me out of work. I took OTC meds and they helped. Some bone and joint discomfort over a couple of months then no problems. I am due for an infusion now but just had a tooth extraction so have to wait 3 months. In the meantime I will do a bone density test and evaluate how effective for my bones. Prior to reclast I was using Knox Nutri Joint and was showing improvment with just that (calicum supplements and exercise). However, I will continue with reclast due to the studies that show breast cancer survivors on Femara do better with the combo. It will be a bonus if my bone density is improving too.Read More Read Less

After being treated with Reclast in October 2008, my 76 year old sister started losing her hair. By June 15, 2009 all of her hair has come out, leaving her with only one or two small patches of hair on the back of her head. She has lost her eybrows, lashes, and pubic hair. There is no indication of new growth. Her doctors are stumped. Before this happened she had a beautiful full head of hair. Needless to say she is devastated. No new medications have been taken by her since the injection of Reclast that would cause this problem. Read More Read Less

I had the reclast iv done in the morning. I woke up at 3am, stomach upset, my head was hurting. Then when I got up I had a rash on top of my arms. It all went away. Also, nobody told me to drink liquids prior to the treatment. So I look up stuff on webmd b/f getting treatments done. I would do it again because I take alot of pills and I am sick of taking pills.

I am a 37yr Old Male Suffering From Bone Loss/Ostioperosis. I WAS taking Fosamax for the last 8 years. ~ Although I have just recieved my 1st Infusion a few days ago and cannot say wether this drug is helping my bone loss yet, I can comment on The side effects I felt and the Anxiety I had before recieving my 1st yearly dose/infusion. 1) I was extremely worried about getting this new medication, mostly due to all the 'scary' side-effects and complications associated with this drug. My Anxiety was helped during my Infusion when the doctor went over all aspects of this medication. 2) I have had some side-effects. The day of the injection = terrible headache and eye pain (behind the eyes) last approx 24hrs. I have also had fairly severe 'bone pain' in the 2 days following the Infusion. It actually feels more like growing pains.. my pelvis/legs feel like I am in puberty again, and my spine has pain approx7/10 - Pain meds have made it managable though. 3) No other issues so far. and the eye pain was alittle scary but I was prepared so my anxiety did not turn on me. I also take Clonazepam which helped alot. I was more scared of this drug prior to discussing it with my doctor/ just reading the "bad stuff" is not helpful. I am very happy now though... no more pills/fomamax every week, or other pills monthly.. I am now looking forward to my upcoming tests (6months-8months-year) from now to see if this medication is as effective as Fosamax was for me. I was taking Fosamax for 8 years and there was improvement in my bone density this year, so I hope my body keeps rebuilding. I hope everyone has a good experience with this medication.Read More Read Less

I took Reclast last year in June. The next day I had a migrane headache, vomiting, fainting spells, bones ached, blurred vision, severe chest pain, severe wrist pain. I could hardly walk, I had a temperature of 102. Thes symptoms went on for about 2 weeks then stated to subside. I had an appointment next week for another Reclast well, I canceled it due to these side effects and the reviews that i have read about Reclast. One day i am waiting to hear that it has killed someone. Just had a bone density test last week waiting for my results. I bet they have not changed at all even though I had the Reclast once. I for one cannot handle these side effects. I cannot go to wrok or do anything because I feel like i am dying. In fact my husband was ready to take me to the ER. So think this through is it worth it. Don't trust what these doctors tell you about these drugs (Reclast)because they are getting something out of every patient they sign up to take this med. My grandmother, mother never had these drugs and they were just fine. Do your homework research before you make a decision.Read More Read Less

I took reclast last year and I thought I was going to die with the most horrible side effects from Headache, aches in my joints, sick to my stomach, severe pain in my chest, breathing problems. Of course my doctor never told me all these side effects. I am scheduled to have this Reclast next week but I am going to cancel i do not want to go through this hell again. I will take my chances with vitamins. I do not like putting something in my body that does not belong there. Reclast and the others are bad choices. The natural way is the way to go.Read More Read Less

I am 58,had my first injection 4 days ago,felt lightheaded and very weak shortly after and have gotten worse ever since with headaches,muscle pains and extreeme malaise.Iam so sick of feeling so sick-every muscle aches,my bones hurt and I can't get rid of my headaches-it has truly affected my day to day living,I'm just hoping for the best that this will quickly pass and I will not receive any more side effects.It's difficult to explain to my family because I can't understand or explain these symptoms even to myself-it has truly affected my lifestyle negativelly.Read More Read Less

Had nothing but bone spurs all over my feet and hands from this medication.

Had the infusion in Dec. 08. It is May 09 and I am still having terrible pain, some Shortness of Breath and some heart racing. I would not recommend this for anyone.

i had the treatmet a week ago. took tynol before and after and drank lots of water. feel fine just alittle achey but that could be from gardening and working. feell fine so far

It's been a short time since treatment but don't find it helping unless I straighten my shoulders forcefully. maybe later on help.

Have osteopenina. Only 37yrs old. Was told about this treatment. Decided to try it . I am a very active person workout 6 days a week along with eating right(majority of the time) Drank water before an after took tylenol. Felt week as soon as I got done with treatment, followed by flu symptoms & night chills. Had to work the next 2, 12 hr days. Tylenol wasn't working decided to take Alieve, worked perfect. Was able to work an the following day as well. Had done Wed felt better Sat. Thank God!! Would do again. Hope it was works, well see down the line.. Read More Read Less

I had absolutely NO side effects. Took the recommended Tylenol as recommended before and after procedure. This was done on March 18, 2009 so to date I can't give you any results of the effect, just hoping it works as well as the treatment. Highly recommend it, no weekly pills and waiting 30 minutes.

This drug was given to a very active 84 year old female for bone loss. The very same night severe flu like symtoms and high fever, bones aching. A trip to the ER determined severe kidney damage due to this drug. She was administered 3 rounds of dialysis to help flush the drug from the kidneys. It also, attacked the colon. After 22 days in the hospital we are finially home battling flu like symtoms, fatigue, diarrhea, severally weak and unable to care for herself. PLEASE, DON'T TAKE THIS DRUG. NOTHING GOOD COMES FROM IT. Read More Read Less

Had reclast on 04/27/09. That night I had chills and 101 fever. My whole body was very sore and felt weak.

I had pain in sternum + foot next day plus fatigue. Its 2 days later and have some stiffness and aching but not bad. If this helps my bones and back pain I will be grateful.

had nausea' and headache.severe reactions' such as severe bone pain nausea, headache, and weakness.

It was a horrible experience. I had so much bone pain, jaw pain the first two weeks. The first twenty-four hours after taking the drug, my chest hurt so bad, I thought I was having a heart attack and was going to die. I could not lied down. No one warned me. I basically got blown off at the doctor's office. It took someone eight days to contact me. I did not want to go to the emergency; I wanted to be home when I died. I actually thought this is it. I may sue someone over this. Anyone know a lawyer who handles these cases? J.W. in Ohio Read More Read Less

the treatment was simple.