Reclast and Fever: What Users Say (Page 2)

• Lau...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 31, 2022

For Prevention of Osteoporosis "I had my first infusion of Reclast on a Wednesday afternoon. By 3 AM Thursday morning, I had fever, chills, and extreme body aches. Nauseated and a headache. Pretty extreme, took Tylenol, got a little relief. The next 24-48 hours have been pretty terrible, still slowly recovering. Will not do this infusion ever again. I was told by the nurses, 'Well, you might feel a little achy,' that wasn’t even close to how bad I felt."

• Avo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 26, 2023

For Prevention of Osteoporosis "I had the infusion early Friday afternoon. Within 3 hours, I had a very intense headache. By midnight, the headache was unbearable, and I also experienced deep pain, chills, dizziness, and chest pain that felt like a cement block between the ribs. On Saturday, all these issues persisted, along with a fever. On Sunday, I still had the same symptoms and also developed numbness in my legs, feet, arms, and hands. I also noticed loads of small, tiny spots on my palms and fingers. On Monday and Tuesday, the symptoms persisted, and I was unable to get out of bed. Concerned about all these issues, I called my doctor, who prescribed a 6-day cycle of steroids to try to flush out the medication. While I am aware that no one can predict how a body will react to any medication, simply saying that you may feel flu-like symptoms understates what I have been going through. I have never regretted a medical decision more than this one! Please research and know that this has caused havoc on my body, and who knows if I'll ever be the same again."

• mcm...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 25, 2023

For Osteoporosis "Follow up on initial Reclast first taken 3/2022. I was never informed of any prep to do beforehand, I suffered violent, severe side effects for 8 days immediately after the Reclast infusion. I was so ill I was unable to call 911 and get myself to a hospital. I was completely incapacitated with severe bone pain, rolling head-to-toe cramps, extreme flu-like symptoms, chills, fevers, and a blinding headache that lasted for 8 days. Now, one year after, I am still experiencing severe and extreme bone pain that many times causes me to be unable to lift my arms and has impacted my quality of life. Additionally, I suffered another compression fracture with zero exertion in June of 2022. I also require several implants and refuse to potentially destroy my jaw. Reclast side effects outweigh any possible benefits. I will be 57 years old this year, and prior to 2022 had no knowledge I had osteoporosis. I pray I have no further issues!"

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

For Osteoporosis "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."

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

For Osteoporosis "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."

• Chr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 18, 2019

For Prevention of Osteoporosis "Had the Reclast infusion on November 16, 2019. Seemed fine after the infusion, but the next day woke up with every joint hurting. Couldn't hardly stay awake all day. Severe chills and then a 100.5 fever. Took Tylenol and alternated with Ibuprofen. Nauseated and no desire to eat. Had to force myself to drink. Day 3 started with rosy cheeks and still have them on day 4. Looks like a butterfly lupus rash. Headache for about 24 hours. Neck is still a little sore, but luckily the hips don't hurt as bad. Also had stomach pain and seem very bloated. I don't think I will do this again. Just hope no other symptoms come along as some of these posts talk about."

• NiC...
• June 1, 2023

For Osteoporosis "The WORST side effects - one week later, still suffering from bone pain. The first night after IV - all side effects hit at once - fever, chills, nausea, dizziness, and the worst bone pain - it was even painful to take a deep breath or to yawn. I do not know how this passed FDA approval for humans. Totally unprepared for the horrendous side effects with no guarantee that it will be helpful for bone density. It was the worst experience, and I would totally advise against taking this medication. If there was an option to give less than '1,' I would do so."

• J B...
• August 11, 2014

For Osteoporosis "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."

• Lor...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 3, 2023

For Osteoporosis "My first IV treatment was given on a Friday morning. By that night, I was running a fever of 103. I had 4 heavy blankets piled on me. I took Tylenol and Ibuprofen, but nothing brought my fever down below 101. I was shaking to my bones. Then, I started feeling pain in every bone of my body. The pain was worst in my back and shoulders. Even on my fourth day, my shoulders and back are still very painful. All I was told about Reclast was to drink a lot of water and take Tylenol as needed. I even told my husband that he might have to bring me to the emergency room because I was deathly ill. I wish I would have read these comments before I was given this therapy. I felt like every bone in my body was being attacked by this drug. Thankfully, I'm done for a year."

• Can...
• September 17, 2016

For Osteoporosis "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"

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

For Osteoporosis "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."

• NGa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 13, 2019

For Osteoporosis "Reclast IV last week, and I had side effects of sore throat, chills, headache, fever, severe bone, joint, and muscle pain, in bed for the past 8 days. I originally was going to cancel the IV after reading all the side effects, but the nurse talked me into it. Never again! I can’t really rate the drug as it’s only been a week."

• Mar...
• May 6, 2024

For Osteoporosis "Just had it, and I was flat on my back for two days, and I am a very active, gym-going person. Extreme pains in some joints, fever, no appetite. Slept for two days. Today is the third day, and I am feeling better."

• Flu...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 23, 2024

For Osteoporosis "I am 58 with osteoporosis. Knowing my mother experienced severe gastro issues with Fosamax, my doctor recommended Reclast. I was not told to drink water prior, so I only had a small bottle of water with me. Within 6 hours, I had COVID-like symptoms with a 101.4 fever and very achy muscles and bones. I also had indigestion, and my chest felt like an elephant was on it. I took Advil every 4-6 hours, which helped. This lasted a good 50+ hours and then turned into fatigue for another 1-2 days. Hopefully, this will have been worth it."

• Gin...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 31, 2022

For Osteoporosis "At age 54, my DEXA scan came back with moderate to severe osteoporosis. I tried Fosamax, but it caused bad side effects. I tried Reclast. During the first infusion, I had no side effects at all. I did drink a lot of water two days prior and took Tylenol. My DEXA scan improved somewhat. So, I had a second infusion. I prepped for two days, but this time I had a fever and some body aches, which lasted only 24 hours. My DEXA scan improved even more but not quite enough. So, I had a third infusion the other day. No side effects at all. I didn't have time to prep for two days because of the timing of the infusion. But for the day before and the day of the infusion, I drank a lot of water and had no problems. Each infusion lasted 25 minutes. The doctor figures this third dose will move me out of the osteoporosis range to osteopenia. I'm so thankful I didn't have any of the side effects I read about."

• Day...
• July 10, 2022

For Prevention of Osteoporosis "Day 1 was wrought with fever and chills, followed by excruciating back pain and chest pain. Had to be rushed to ER. Day 2 and Day 3 - same story. No warning, despite repeatedly asking if there would be side effects. Really hoping it gets better."

• Ver...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 8, 2023

For Osteoporosis "I am 54 years old, a breast cancer survivor, and Reclast knocked me on my butt. Had it Friday afternoon, and by the evening, I had a 103°F fever, chills, and the worst bone pain I have ever experienced. It is now Thursday of the following week, and I'm waking to swollen joints and can barely walk or get ready for work. The fatigue is insane. I'm praying this helps my bone density because I am second-guessing if I can do this again."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 9, 2022

For Osteoporosis "Age 65. I thought this was going to kill me. Received on Friday. On Saturday, I could not get out of bed. My right knee was huge. (I don't have knee issues). Every joint hurt so bad. Could not move my neck. I took 2 COVID tests on Sunday and Monday. Negative. No fever, but feverish. On Monday, I had to take my PJ shirt off from sweating. Called the doctor on Monday, and she prescribed steroids. I was down for almost 2 weeks. This was poison to me. Never again. Eat right and get exercise."

• Suz...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 6, 2022

For Osteoporosis "Had Reclast infusion 2/16/2022. No instructions re drinking water or taking Tylenol. 2/25/22 taken to ER. Dizzy, dehydrated, fever, disoriented, exhausted. Stayed in hospital 3 weeks. Family didn’t understand what happened to me. Lots of tests. Almost died. Couldn’t eat. Lost 20 lbs. Slowly, some better, but still dizzy & disoriented almost 5 months later. Am 75 years old. Life messed up. Won’t take again. I put off taking this drug for 5 years. I had a hip fracture 4 months prior, so I thought no choice. Big mistake! Don’t do it. Listen to your intuition."

• AJT...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 23, 2023

For Osteoporosis "Has been a year since the first infusion. I had a high fever and chills the first night. The next morning, I passed out twice, flat on my back. Then a nosebleed started and lasted one day. Since the morning after, I have had 24/7 nose pain that is unbearable. My new doctor is trying to figure out what is causing it."

• kat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 26, 2022

For Osteoporosis "This drug, Reclast, is hideous! The side effects included fevers of 103, horrible body aches, diarrhea, neck pain, bone pain, swelling, and pain of hands and feet. Ten days out from my infusion and I am still feeling miserable. 'Take 2 APAP and you will be fine,' said my MD; what a crock! Every patient should be told the significant risk for hideous side effects that last much longer than 48 hours."

• 54_...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 5, 2022

For Osteoporosis "After reading all of the really negative comments, I was very anxious. However, I'm a 54-year-old female diagnosed with the spine of an 80-year-old. I weighed the pros and cons of potentially having a really nasty flu-like several days vs. a potentially shortened and pain-filled, miserable life and decided that Reclast was worth it. I have arthritis in my knees, hips, spine, etc., so I was anticipating a nasty interaction, but that was not the case. I had my infusion at 9:30 on a Thursday morning and felt okay for most of the day. I woke up around 2:00 a.m. on Friday with aches, pains, and chills much like the flu, though the last time I got the flu, it was MUCH worse. I ran a low-grade fever for a few hours, but by Friday afternoon, I was able to go to the grocery store. I took off-brand arthritis-strength acetaminophen throughout and drank as much water as I could. I highly recommend Reclast if you're able to rationally weigh the pros and cons of being sick compared to BROKEN."

• Gol...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 6, 2022

For Osteoporosis "I have had 3 bone fractures in a year, so I decide it's time for a dexa scan. I was diagnosed with osteoporosis in my arms and osteopenia in other parts. I was recommended Reclast infusion, but no prep instructions before I received it. I suggested to the medical provider to double the dose of saline infusion with Reclast, so that the drug is more diluted in my veins, but they told me it's not a practice. About 12 hours later, it hit me so hard that I was in bad shape for 3 days with dizziness, fever, and bone pain. It took me 2 weeks to be normal again. I was hoping that it might be worth it. And... it was. After 6 months, I went on a holiday to Europe, where I privately did another Dexa scan (in the US you can do it every 2 years), and the test showed an improvement of bone density of 35% - 50%! I am so excited! I also added more stretching and lifting exercises to my daily routine, and more walking. I definitely will continue with Reclast in the future and follow the pre-procedure advice that others mentioned."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 4, 2022

For Osteoporosis "I am a 63-year-old woman. I had my first Reclast infusion 5 days ago. I had a fever, chills, and a major headache that lasted all night after the procedure. I was not told to drink water or to take Tylenol prior. Make sure you do both! The next day I felt okay. The next night I had chills, fever, racing heart, and Tylenol helped. I have throbbing discomfort in my hips and a feeling of being 'unwell.' I hope this subsides."

• Sha...
• October 22, 2021

For Osteoporosis "I had my Reclast infusion on 10-19-21 and will say I was extremely nervous from all the negative reviews. However, my experience wasn’t bad at all. I’m on my 4th day after and feel great. I did, however, after 12 hours, develop fever, chills, body aches, headache, but they weren’t that bad. Very tolerable. The worst was the chills and severe night sweats on the second night. Felt a little tired and headache on the 3rd day, but great after. My Dexa scan was -2.4. I will get another bone density test and pray it’s improved. I will definitely do it again. Trust my doctors."