Reclast User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Fatch...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 12, 2015

For Osteoporosis "I was diagnosed with osteoporosis at age 47. After completing 2 years of Forteo treatment, I had an infusion of Reclast in Oct. 2014. I didn't experience any side-effects from the drug. I walk five to seven times a week, take a monthly RX Vitamin D tablet, and ensure enough daily calcium with almond milk and supplements. My bone scan of 12/2015 show a -1.3 T Score. I'm back in the osteopenic range - and very happy."

• Lucky
• November 22, 2016

For Osteoporosis "Hard to tell if this drug worked yet or not but it defiantly made me sick. Got the infusion Friday and on Saturday I had a 102 Fever and could barely get out of bed. I had chills, I'm sweating all over the place and my husband literally had to help me to the bathroom . I was dizzy and every bone in my body ached. By Sunday afternoon, I was a little bit better but four days later I'm still feeling achy and have diarrhea . I won't be doing another infusion."

• grammy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 30, 2018

For Osteoporosis "74 years old, has back pain, tests identified 2 compression spine fxs. Conservative treatment failed to give relief, had 2 ESIs (epidural steroid injection), then 2 level kyphloplasty ( Vertebral Augmentation for Compression Fractures), next Reclast infusion, felt okay for about 5 hours but later, back pain intensified, went to bed started shaking like chills all over, finally fell asleep, next morning so weak unable to get out of bed, husband rolled me on rolling walker into the bathroom, assisted me on and off commode, stayed the same next day, on monday a little stronger but severe neck and right thumb pain, mostly laying and sleeping in recliner, checked with doctor and no specific recommendations. Next day able to go out to lunch but extremely weak, had another ESI 6 days after Reclast, got relief for that day and next, but pain returned with vengeance the following day and back in recliner now 9 days post infusion. Never again."

• Anti-...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 30, 2017

For Osteoporosis "Last year's infusion brought four days of fever, made difficult because I can't take aspirin or other non steroidal anti-inflammatories. After two weeks, I'm nostalgic for those symptoms. This time body temp has stayed in the 96.4 range (95.9 this a.m.), when it's usually 97.6-98.6, so I feel very cold--until I get a savage hot flash requiring me to mop myself off with a towel, at least once an hour. I also have muscle cramps waking me up several times a night (more than prior to treatment). I've been lightheaded and fatigued. I also have fibromyalgia, but these symptoms are different/more intense. The doc told me he can do nothing. I'm frantic because I need to work and find that almost impossible. Anyone else with a situation like mine?"

• Wilson
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 24, 2022

For Prevention of Osteoporosis "Horrible. Within 48 hours of infusion I developed chills fever 101.4 subsequent joint pain and then swelling in the Carpel-metacarpal joint, right knee started with pain and within 24 hours have a complete knee effusion with inability to bear weight. Knee was swollen twice it’s size."

• Alondra
• October 20, 2015

For Osteoporosis "I had the Reclast done March 2015. I read the reviews and had put this off for a year but I am glad I did it because now I have more energy then I did before. I know I kept myself hydrated over a month faithfully and I experience no side effects. Awesome"

• lynn
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 24, 2018

For Osteoporosis "I had Reclast infusion 4 weeks ago. Felt fine for the first week and then got lower back, hip, groin and thigh pain. Pain is getting worse by the day. I was told by 3 Doctors that I needed Reclast because I have 50% bone loss due to Chemo and Radiation. When I questioned side effects all Doctors told me it rare. I took a chance and I am miserable."

• Sandee
• June 4, 2021

For Osteoporosis "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, & 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, & 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?"

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

For Osteoporosis "I had the Recast 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. Headache etc. is this normal to still be in pain, and fatigued?"

• Betts
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• June 19, 2018

For Osteoporosis "Am 73 years old, have been using reclast injections once a year for 7 or more years, last bone density test showed good improvement, had a slight soreness the first time, and have zero side effects since. Am going in today for another test. I guess we all tolerate different things, I take no other medications whatsoever. But for me this seems to be working."

• Annie
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 27, 2020

For Prevention of Osteoporosis "I received Reclast infusion on December 26, 2019 for osteopenia. The next night I awoke with a terrible headache & was unable to ignore it. I took a pain reliever & slept for 4 hrs only to awaken again in severe head pain. The next day I still felt truly horrible. I went to the ER because it was a Saturday where I had an X-ray of my neck & the ER dr gave me 4 trigger point injections of lidocaine in the base of my skull. Still fighting pain! Additional trigger point injections. When does it end? A month so far of pain. Don’t do it!!"

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

For Osteoporosis "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), fever. Lasted for 6 hours. Then I was sick to my stomach for the next day with severe pain in legs (hard to get up from a chair) and my hands (hurt to write). Then I started with "cold" sinus/bronchial infection which sent me to urgent care for inhaler and cough medicine. Back to Doctor after 5 days for antibiotics and I'm still sick one month later. Now jaw pain on left side and my teeth hurt. I will NEVER take reclast EVER again. I hope you won't either!!!"

• Melissa
• July 26, 2020

For Prevention of Osteoporosis "Just had my first Reclast infusion on July 23,2020. Just getting out of bed for the first time in 3 days I have side effects of the worst pain ever in my bones and my head, hands , back ! I felt like every bone in my body was punched, kicked and crushed . I could feel each bone ache individually ( if that makes sense ) Headache was so bad I got sick . However, day 3 is the magic number and I am feeling much better ;). It has been very bad , but I have made it through with lots of rest laying in bed watching movies. I think for me it was worse then chemo yuck feeling . *** don’t know how effective until next year"

• sunsh...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 15, 2016

For Osteoporosis "Received dose at 11am, by 10pm that night I had fever,chills, severe pain in back. I was extremely ill for 3 days, such a severe headache I couldn't open my eyes. A week later my hands suddenly swelled to the point I could not use them. Now nearly 3 months later I am in physical therapy to try to regain the strength in my legs. Other side effects were less severe, such as jaw pain for a few weeks. I would never ever take this medicine again."

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

For Osteoporosis "Female 78 yrs 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 w 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"

• Mano
• July 17, 2020

For Osteoporosis "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, 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 pandemic I don’t have to work)."

• FatCh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 30, 2014

For Osteoporosis "Had my infusion yesterday. I drank a few glasses of water in the morning and took an ibuprofen during the treatment. I had expected the '3 days of flu like symptoms' and even scheduled sick time to be prepared. Zero side-effects, no aches or pains, nothing...but still taking the time off so I can have fun. My stats: 50, 100#, just finished 2-years of Forteo, I take 1200mg Calcium a day plus a RX Vitamin D each month."

• Henry
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 2, 2019

For Osteoporosis "After being reassured by 2 physicians, one an MD, another Oncologists: that this option for infusion would offset any negative side effects for the benefit 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 & I'm just now getting back on my feet but weak. Please get multiple opinions from all before considering this medication. Never again."

• CJano
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 1, 2021

For Osteoporosis "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 doctor to drink water a day prior. I would like to join a lawsuit if there is one."

• Arose
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 22, 2022

For Prevention of Osteoporosis "It’s been a little over 48 hours since my 15 minute Reclast infusion. It was easy. No side effects in the first 24 hours then some pain in my hip area. I took ibuprofen and it went away in about an hour. Woke up the next morning with a sore throat and a little more pain in my hip but took ibuprofen again it did the trick. This was my first infusion. If I get a good outcome I’ll definitely do it again."

• Laura
• 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 hrs. has 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."

• Recast...
• May 7, 2017

For Osteoporosis "Had the infusion twice. The only side effect the 1st time was a slight headache. The 2nd time, no side effects at all. I highly recommend having this. Make sure you are well hydrate the day of the procedure."

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

For Osteoporosis "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."

• Phyli...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 17, 2014

For Osteoporosis "I had my infusion on Friday. My doctor gave me Tylenol at that time and said take one twice a day for 3 days. On Sunday I woke up with some leg muscle pain. Took 2 Tylenol and an Aleve Later on in the morning. Felt fine all day and I resumed by gym workouts on Monday. This was a breeze."

• Connie...
• January 30, 2020

For Osteoporosis "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."