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Hello, I Am A 62 Year Old White Female And
Hello,
I am a 62 year old white female and I have osteoporosis. Several years ago I was taking Actonel for a short period of time and developed stomach upset. My family doctor then prescribed Boniva which 4 months later I broke out into hives that lasted almost 2 weeks. It was then determined that I am allergic to both of them. I completed a 2 year regiment of Forteo with no significant changes in my T-scores. I had my dexascan last month (September) and unfortunately I have deteriorated to -2.8 in my hips and spine areas. My family doctor set up an appointment for me to speak to her regarding Prolia. To be honest with you I have a laundry list of medications that I am allergic to and am quite scared to take the Prolia injection for fear of a full blown allergic reaction. I don't know what to do? Is Prolia in the same family of medications as Actonel, Boniva, Fosamax? Are there any other options available to me? Thank you in advance for your help!
Eileen Kovatch
I am a 62 year old white female and I have osteoporosis. Several years ago I was taking Actonel for a short period of time and developed stomach upset. My family doctor then prescribed Boniva which 4 months later I broke out into hives that lasted almost 2 weeks. It was then determined that I am allergic to both of them. I completed a 2 year regiment of Forteo with no significant changes in my T-scores. I had my dexascan last month (September) and unfortunately I have deteriorated to -2.8 in my hips and spine areas. My family doctor set up an appointment for me to speak to her regarding Prolia. To be honest with you I have a laundry list of medications that I am allergic to and am quite scared to take the Prolia injection for fear of a full blown allergic reaction. I don't know what to do? Is Prolia in the same family of medications as Actonel, Boniva, Fosamax? Are there any other options available to me? Thank you in advance for your help!
Eileen Kovatch
