Reclast for Osteoporosis User Reviews (Page 4)

• J B...
• August 11, 2014

"Second infusion four years apart. The first time, I experienced hard chills during the night. Vitamin D level was 40. This time, I had a low-grade fever for two days, followed by an outbreak of herpes simplex fever blisters on my face. Vitamin D level was 61."

• Suz...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 7, 2019

"I had the Reclast infusion on April 4th, and 12 hours later I had severe chills (shaking so bad I couldn't close my mouth to take my temp) and fever. Lasted for 6 hours. Then I was sick to my stomach for the next day with severe pain in my legs (hard to get up from a chair) and my hands (hurt to write). Then I started with a 'cold' sinus/bronchial infection, which sent me to urgent care for an inhaler and cough medicine. Back to the doctor after 5 days for antibiotics, and I'm still sick one month later. Now jaw pain on the left side, and my teeth hurt. I will NEVER take Reclast EVER again. I hope you won't either!!!"

• Gra...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 27, 2020

"I’m 58 years old and had my first infusion in 2018 and then again in 2019. I just had another bone scan and found out my score is exactly the same. Luckily, not any worse, but it did not improve after 2 transfusions. I did have flu-like symptoms for 24 hours after the first infusion, but was fine after the second one. I take a daily calcium supplement plus D3. I was just curious if it’s normal for no improvement after two treatments. My score was -2.6."

• AMA...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 1, 2020

"I had the Reclast infusion back in March 2019. I have experienced more bone pain than I did prior to the infusion. Still in pain. The day after I had the infusion I had to go to the ER due to higher than normal blood pressure. 196/102. A headache, etc. Is this normal to still be in pain and fatigued?"

• Wed...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 23, 2017

"Had my first Reclast IV on Thursday morning. After a couple of hours, started hurting all over and feeling terrible. By evening, started running a fever of 100 - 101, had chills, nausea, pain all over, and couldn't get out of bed until Saturday evening. Took Tylenol every 4 hours. On Sunday, still did not feel a lot better, but fever was getting better. Hope this gets better really soon."

• Hen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 2, 2019

"After being reassured by 2 physicians, one an MD, another oncologist: that this option for infusion would offset any negative side effects for the benefit I would receive. Couldn't have been more untrue in my case. After infusion, bedridden for 3 days with limited movement due to extremely painful joints. Been 8 days now, and I'm just now getting back on my feet but weak. Please get multiple opinions from all before considering this medication. Never again."

• jus...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• October 7, 2019

"Since 2009, I've been on Reclast, missed 2-3 years. However, it made my bone density test great. No side effects."

• Can...
• September 17, 2016

"I am 41, with Crohn's disease causing my lack of vitamin absorption. I had my monthly Entyvio infusion, and right after my first Reclast infusion just yesterday. I was just fine until about 5 hours after when I started having diarrhea. It later turned into severe watery diarrhea shooting out into my ostomy, chills, sweating, fever, aches, and weakness. I was told it may happen but was hoping not to me. If this helps me, a few days of this is worth it, and I will do it again. Like in Harry Potter, 'growing bones is a nasty business!' Lol"

• Nin...
• August 28, 2015

"Rapid weight gain, even when dieting."

• San...
• June 4, 2021

"I am 66 years old. I had my first Reclast infusion in December 2020. The first week was met with a severe migraine that lasted 7 full days. As soon as that went away, the bone pain came. My shoulders, ribs, hips, and legs felt like they were breaking. I cried when trying to get out of bed or up out of a chair. Two weeks ago, the burning started. Felt like my bones were burning from the inside, and it was painful to use my hands. This is on top of my bones still feeling like they are breaking. This past week, the tremors started. At this point, it's getting harder to fight off the depression. I was a very active person. Side effects are getting worse. I fear this medicine will never get out of my bones or that it's already caused permanent damage. Reclast has destroyed the past 6 months of my life and my body. Does anyone have a timeline they can give me for how long it took to get out of your body, where you had the side effects 6 months or longer?"

• Bam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 19, 2019

"Had my first infusion Nov 15, 2019. I started getting the flu-like symptoms about 8 hours later. Thought it was the end of me. I shook for 2 days with chills. Couldn’t pick my arm up to get the Tylenol off my nightstand. 5 hours later, I finally got them and every blanket I owned. It hurt so much. Then started with throwing up and diarrhea. It’s been 4 days, and I’m still in bed, beyond tired. Not sure how to rate the medicine because it hasn’t started to work yet. But the side effects are really bad. Make sure you have lots of water, Gatorade, and Tylenol or pain meds, you’ll need them."

• Con...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 7, 2020

"Feb 7th update. I did my original post on Jan 30 under the same name, about having the Reclast infusion on Jan. 27, 2020. Just so you know how long the side effects for Reclast last, I am still having pain in my legs, blurred vision, some nausea, and headache, but able to get up and down the stairs now, eating a little bit better. Starting to feel a little better."

• wha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 2, 2020

"Female, 78 years young! First Reclast infusion in July 2020, no one told me to drink extra water prior to infusion. While still at the center, I started getting a bad stomach ache, which lasted 3 days. It was BAD, the first 18 hours unbearable - Dexa score 2018 -2.5, 2019 -2.9, July -3.2 - I've taken 1,200 Calc with D3 for years, also Magnesium daily, eat well, osteoarthritis and porosis in feet really bad, fingers and hips - feeling fine now, no other side effects noted."

• Yam...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• May 21, 2018

"I have been reading the other comments about side effects that happen months later. I have been taking Reclast once a year since 2009, after my cancer treatments were over. I have never had any side effects or bad experiences with it. It's cool as heck to me. I will definitely continue to use it for as long as my oncologist sees it necessary."

• Con...
• January 30, 2020

"Had my infusion on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020. Was just tired and weak at first, then in the middle of the night, I had the most excruciating pain in my bones all night until morning. Doctor then gave me tramadol, which helped the pain, but the next day I vomited all day long. It’s been 4 days, and I’m nauseous, my head still hurts, have no strength to get out of bed or eat much."

• Man...
• July 17, 2020

"55-year-old with osteoporosis (genetic predisposition as well as early menopause). Had my first infusion yesterday. Did prep with lots of water and Tylenol (hence up peeing throughout the night). Today I am sore, stiff, have a headache, and fatigued. But all manageable with Tylenol and Advil (taken 2 hours apart). Deep breaths hurt and took an almost 3-hour nap today (at least during the pandemic I don’t have to work)."

• ish...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 15, 2023

"I am a 55-year-old female with a complicated medical history. Due to high amounts of cortisone during my childhood, I have compromised bones. Despite this, I agreed to receive the Reclast infusion on June 1st. In the afternoon of the same day, around 11 pm, I experienced a fever of 103.3°F, accompanied by body shivering and teeth chattering. It was quite frightening as I live alone. I took Tylenol, although it was challenging to retrieve due to my condition. The fever persisted for two days, reaching 103.3°F again. I contacted my doctor on Sunday, and he acknowledged that it was unusual but assured me it would subside. However, for the following week, I continued to experience fevers ranging from 101°F to 100.5°F. Frustrated, I reached out to my doctor again, expressing my dissatisfaction. During my appointment on Monday, he mentioned that he had never encountered such cases, but a senior doctor had seen similar situations and explained that it might take a few weeks to resolve. Every day, I still have a low-grade fever, which makes me feel unwell, but I have to continue working. I have decided that I will never take Reclast again. Furthermore, I am disappointed with my doctor's reaction and his inability to provide empathy. His demeanor has been peculiar throughout this experience. In conclusion, I do not recommend this treatment."

• Joe...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 29, 2020

"I can't speak to its effectiveness as I had it infused only about 4 weeks ago, but the side effects mostly went away in about 1 week. What is left is skin irritations, general tightness of my body, and extra sweating. All seem to be going away soon. If it works, I will take it again."

• Bel...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 18, 2017

"I’ve had the Reclast infusion two times now. I’m 68, and my osteoporosis is not severe and only in a couple of areas. I haven’t experienced any side effects at all. No improved energy either, as some report. But my doctor says my bone density has improved following another test. So, I’ll likely continue with what he recommends."

• Lal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 29, 2020

"Had my first Reclast infusion on Wed, Aug 26. My whole body hurt that night and the next morning. Could not walk, my sciatic nerve also kicked in. Today is Fri, Aug 28. Still have trouble walking and need assistance. Was not told about water or pain reliever before the infusion. Hoping this goes away soon. I'm 56 years old with a dex score of -34 in my L-1 through L-5 and borderline osteoporosis in my left femoral neck."

• CJa...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 1, 2021

"I have been in pain for over 6 months after Reclast. Picking up a tiny cup of water sends pain to my back. I am okay if resting. Pain in all joints and bones. I am 82. Never a bit of pain prior to this infusion. I have never fallen as an adult. I was never told by my doctor to drink water a day prior. I would like to join a lawsuit if there is one."

• Nic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 4, 2019

"Horrible experience. First infusion and after this terrible pain, I'm not sure I would do this again. Extreme joint and muscle pain. This is my third day after treatment and the pain just moves from one place to another. I doubt that I would do this again. I want my life back."

• lan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 19, 2019

"I had the Reclast infusion on Thursday, and first my vein collapsed and fluid built under my skin. Perhaps a poor choice of veins. I am 68. My arm hurt the rest of that day, of course. Then the next two days, I have had the 'flu'-like symptoms (fever, muscle aches and pains, weakness). I am hoping this subsides soon. I have things to do, places to go, people to see. Ha, the jury is out as to whether or not I would take it again."

• Iri...
• September 11, 2019

"My Dr. told me he recommends my getting Reclast infusions for my bones. I was in agreement until I read these reviews. Now I’m not at all sure that I’ll go through with this."

• Ste...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 4, 2019

"I received a Reclast infusion on 1/10/2019. Within 6 hours post-infusion, I started to have elbow pain, and within 12 hours post-infusion, pretty deep bone pain in the sternum, along with flu symptoms. Fevers spiked to 102 at times for over 48 hours. All joints were painful. On days 3 and 4 post-infusion, severe pain in ankles and feet - unable to get out of bed independently, but once I was moving around, things got easier. While the side effects may sound bad (and they were at times), if this increases bone density, then I have no problem sacrificing a week or two of side effects."