What are the dangers of Reclast for osteoporosis?

What are the dangers of Reclast for osteoporosis?

There are concerns about the long-term safety of bisphosphonates (such as Reclast) as long-term use has been associated with atypical femur fractures, osteonecrosis of the jaw, and esophageal cancer. The risk of osteonecrosis of the jaw is greater in those who have received chemotherapy, radiation, or steroids.

What are the side effects of Reclast infusions?

Nausea, tiredness, flu-like symptoms (such as fever, chills, muscle/joint aches), dizziness, headache, or pain/redness/swelling at the injection site may occur. Most of these side effects are mild and occur within 3 days of treatment.

Does Reclast improve bone density?

Fosamax and other drugs such as Actonel, Boniva, and Reclast increase bone density and help prevent and treat osteoporosis and/or reduce the risk of fractures.

What are the long term side effects of Reclast?

Blurred vision or other change in vision.

Is Reclast worth the risk?

The study concluded that the drugs, such as Fosamax, Boniva, Actonel, Atelvia and Reclast, caused one broken femur for every 2,000 people who used them for a year. In other words, the fractures appear to be so few and far between that the benefit of these drugs outweighs the risk, says Dr.

Is weight gain a side effect of Reclast?

Tell your doctor if you have serious side effects of Reclast including urinating less than usual or not at all; drowsiness, confusion, mood changes, increased thirst, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, swelling, weight gain, shortness of breath, muscle spasms, numbness or tingling (especially around your mouth).

Who should not have Reclast infusion?

Reclast is contraindicated in patients with creatinine clearance less than 35 mL/min and in those with evidence of acute renal impairment. A 5 mg dose of Reclast administered intravenously is recommended for patients with creatinine clearance greater than or equal to 35 mL/min.

Does Reclast cause weight gain?

How long does bone pain last after Reclast?

They typically get better or go away within 3 days, but it can take up to 1 to 2 weeks for the side effects to fully go away. Taking acetaminophen (Tylenol) after getting the infusion might help lower any pain, fever, or chills.

Can Reclast cause hair loss?

Like other bisphosphonate medications, Reclast has been linked to hair loss and/or thinning of hair in some patients.

Who should not get Reclast?

You should not take Zolendronic acid if you are pregnant, breast feeding, have kidney problems, or have low blood calcium.