This past June 1st, the FDA approved Prolia ™ (denosumab), a brand new twice-yearly injectable osteoporosis drug by Amgen.
The first drug of its kind, Prolia was designed to treat and prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis for patients considered to be at high risk of fractures. It’s also marketed as an alternative treatment for those who have failed or are intolerant to other osteoporosis drugs.
Is this a time to celebrate, or is Prolia destined to end up in the osteoporosis “Hall of Shame”, along with the rest of Big Pharma’s Superstar osteoporosis drugs? I’ll let you decide, but first, let’s unravel the mysterious and tightly-woven cocoon wrapped around this novel drug.
An Old and Flawed Concept Disguised as Sci-Fi Technology
As if straight out of a sci-fi movie, the Space Agency NASA was involved in several studies related to Prolia. Here’s the scoop: in 2001, Ted Bateman, Ph.D. from Clemson University in South Carolina and Paul Kostenuik, a researcher for Amgen, teamed up to “…use the microgravity environment for evaluation of new pharmaceutical candidates (denosumab) in small mammals. Results may expedite the review of new pharmaceuticals.”1
They conducted studies on 24 female mice that spent 12 days on the International Space Station shuttle flight STS-108. Study findings confirmed that Prolia did prevent increased bone loss and maintained bone mineralization. So there you have it. The medical establishment is more than willing to send mice to space – but would they consider a natural, safe, and easy treatment? Out of the question!
On the surface, Prolia seems to be a breakthrough and fairly innocuous drug. But is it? As the first fully human monoclonal (laboratory-made) antibody and RANK Ligand inhibitor to be approved as a drug, it certainly sounds very complicated. But it really isn’t. Bear with me… I’ll explain.
Antibodies are proteins produced to neutralize “invaders”, such as bacteria and viruses. RANK Ligand (RANKL for short) is a protein that activates osteoclasts and is involved in immune-response regulation.2 As I explain in the Osteoporosis Reversal Program, osteoclasts are bone cells that remove old bone by a process called resorption. They make space so that new bone is deposited by osteoblasts, thus replacing old bone. These two processes are known as bone remodeling, the natural way by which bones renew themselves and stay strong, healthy, and more resistant to fracture.
Prolia: Same as Bisphosphonates… Only Different
Now back to Prolia. The natural inhibitor of RANKL is osteoprotegerin, a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) cytokine that binds to RANKL, preventing interaction with its receptor-activator RANK on the surface of osteoclasts.3 Cytokines are chemical messengers that help regulate the nature and intensity of an immune response. Remember this for later, because it all ties in together.
So, in plain English, Prolia mimics osteoprotegerin by blocking the effects of RANKL and de-activating osteoclasts. Say “hello” to stalled bone resorption and “good-bye” to new bone deposition. But wait a minute, doesn’t this sound eerily familiar? It should, because bisphosphonates achieve the same end result as Prolia, only through a different biochemical pathway.
At the end of the day, both drugs alter normal bone metabolism, not without potential long-term nefarious consequences. For example, sudden femoral fractures are linked to long-term bisphosphonate therapy, which can be attributed to the lack of bone remodeling. Add to this formula a dose of immune system tampering, and you’ve got yourself a fully assembled health Molotov cocktail.
Studies and Stats
Amgen’s own Press Release states that “Treatment with Prolia resulted in greater bone density, stronger bones, and reduced risk for vertebral, hip and non-vertebral fractures measured at three years.”4 It backs up this statement with a study by Cummings et al. published by the New England Journal of Medicine in 2009, titled “Denosumab for Prevention of Fractures in Postmenopausal Women with Osteoporosis”.
And the same Press Release boasts their pivotal three year Fracture REduction Evaluation of Denosumab in Osteoporosis every six Months or “FREEDOM” study (no, this is not a bad joke) with these results:
– 4.8 percent absolute risk reduction of vertebral fractures - 0.3 percent absolute risk reduction of hip fractures - 1.5 percent absolute risk reduction of non-vertebral fractures - 8.8 percent bone density increase at the lumbar spine, 6.4 percent at the total hip, and 5.2 percent at the femoral neck.
So far, so good, especially for those who don’t mind being “guinea pigs” in exchange for short-term rewards. Because the biggest cause for concern with Prolia is its potential side-effects.
A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing
Even though Prolia doesn’t accumulate in the body and has no known esophageal side effects as is the case with bisphosphonates, it boasts a rather long list of undesirable – and sometimes dangerous – potential side effects. In its shadow, bisphosphonates almost seem to be the lesser of both evils, and that’s no small feat. You’ll soon know why.
The most common side effects of Prolia are back pain, arm and leg aches, elevated cholesterol, general musculoskeletal pain, bladder infection, and pancreatitis.5
And as disclosed on the Prolia website (https://www.prolia.com), it can cause serious side effects because it “is a medicine that may affect your immune system” (remember the cytokines?).
These are the main side effects listed by Amgen:
- Low calcium levels
- Serious skin, lower abdomen, bladder, or ear infections
- Dermatitis, rash, or eczema
- Inflammation of the inner lining of the heart (endocarditis) caused by an infection
- Severe jaw bone problems such as osteonecrosis of the jaw.
And for dessert, Amgen serves up a cautionary statement: that “it is not known if the use of Prolia over a long period of time may cause slow healing of broken bones or unusual fractures.”
So it looks as though…
The More Things Change, the More they Stay the Same
Like bisphosphonates, Prolia opens the door to a wide array of opportunistic health problems, many of which can (and trust me, will) get covered over with yet more drugs.
And let’s not forget that this drug interferes with the body’s natural immune system, which is the obvious reason for many of its most dreaded side-effects. In fact, roughly one year before its approval, FDA reviewers expressed concerns over Prolia’s activity against an important immune system modulator.6
But evidently, those concerns were shoved to the side and quickly forgotten. It seems as though the medical establishment considers drug side-effects – no matter how terrifying – an unfortunate “numbers game”. Applying its skewed logic, it accepts that there will always be some unlucky patients that will get stuck with irreversible damage, such as osteonecrosis or endocarditis – the latter potentially resulting in heart valve destruction or even a stroke.7 The unsuspecting victims are written off as inevitable casualties of war, losing their battle, but helping win the war against “disease”.
Don’t Get Fooled by Confusing Double-Speak
It almost seems as though well-meaning scientists focus so disproportionately on solving bone health issues using hi-tech tools, that they lose sight of the risk vs. reward ratio. That’s why together at Save Our Bones, we expose the truth and dispel misconceptions, especially as they relate to brand new drugs.
Let’s face it: two injections a year may sound like an appealing solution to finally conquer osteoporosis. But the bad news is the potential high price to pay. So I urge you to consider your acceptable options and weigh the consequences of your decision. Also, please share this review with anyone you think may benefit from it.
And ALWAYS remember the good news: the Save Our Bones community is here for you and your bone health, with proven natural bone health strategies that work with your body… not against it.
References
1 Commercial Biomedical Testing Module: Effects of Osteoprotegerin on Bone Maintenance in Microgravity (CBTM). https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/station/science/experiments/CBTM.html].
2 Lacey DL, Timms E, Tan HL, Kelley MJ, Dunstan CR, Burgess T, Elliott R, Colombero A, Elliott G, Scully S, Hsu H, Sullivan J, Hawkins N, Davy E, Capparelli C, Eli A, Qian YX, Kaufman S, Sarosi I, Shalhoub V, Senaldi G, Guo J, Delaney J, Boyle WJ . Osteoprotegerin ligand is a cytokine that regulates osteoclast differentiation and activation. Cell. 93:165–176. 1998.
3 Nakagawa N, Kinosaki M, Yamaguchi K, Shima N, Yasuda H, Yano K, Morinaga T, Higashio K. RANK is the essential signaling receptor for osteoclast differentiation factor in osteoclastogenesis. Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications. 253:395–400. 1998.
4 https://wwwext.amgen.com/media/media_pr_detail.jsp?releaseID=1433162
5 https://www.centerwatch.com/drug-information/fda-approvals/drug-details.aspx?DrugID=1104
6 https://www.medpagetoday.com/ProductAlert/Prescriptions/15486
7 https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001098.htm
I have had 4 injections of Prolia over the past 2+ years. I noticed my hands were tingling and getting severely numb they were also painful which I thought could be due to the work I was doing. Then my feet starting cramping up to the point that I couldn’t straighten my toes. All of these occurred mainly while sleeping or sitting. I then began to experience back and leg pain to which my Doctor said was not caused by the injections-possibly slight back pain but nothing to do with my legs. I then began my research regarding Prolia. These symptoms were all listed. I did not take the next injection which was scheduled for 9/3/15. I was hoping when the Prolia was out of my system these mysterious ailments would stop. The Doctor’s office said the Prolia is completely out of my system 3 months after the injection. My hands and feet are much better but the pain, muscle contractions, burning still exists. Actually the past 4 nights these symptoms have increased and I cannot sleep. I am afraid the injections have done damage which cannot be reversed. Can you please give me your advise on my situation?
Thank you for sharing your experience, Carolynn, and I am sorry you are experiencing that discomfort. While every situation is different, and there are too many individual variables to predict precise results in your case, I can tell you that your body is made for health, not disease. In the absence of poison, and given the nutrients and exercise it needs, your body has remarkable healing powers. Hang in there!
Hope you are correct, Vivian. I saw my oncologist 10-15-2015. She prescribe Prolia for me, but I am now off of it and she is checking me closely for lasting damages to my body!!
This drug is horrible. I am not a doctor but a patient or should I say a victim! It was initially for patients with bone cancer, for that reason I can understand it being given, but I was given injections for osteopenia, not even a severe case. I trusted my doctor and took the injections every six months, the side effects are horrible. I wish I had researched this drug before taking it, I am no longer on this drug and will never take it again for osteopenia ! I am not sure my body will ever be the same again, almost all of the side effects I have experienced. Beware of Prolia, it is brutal! Still suffering with pain, last shot 2-23-2015!
My mother has had the same experience after taking prolia in August 2015. Six months have passed and she’s still suffering terribly from the horrible side effects. The question is will it ever get out of her sytem. I hope someone could answer this question which my mother is so eager to find out.
Next month would be my fourth shot. Never, ever again. Just got bone density test back, my osteoporosis has worsened very badly. They said,”from test”, my lower spine and hip bones are now crumbling…I’m terrified now, but sure explains lot. I lost about 15 pounds, now 101, and I couldn’t afford to lose any. But HERE’S the pain side effects I’ve been having and destroying my life. My back, arms, legs, especially my lower back, horrendous pain, my arms, legs hurt, tingling in my face, chest pain, muscle spasms and I’m not taking a Charlie Horse. I get woken in middle of night with muscles on outside of both legs starting at the knee, all the way down, solid bulgeing muscles, pain horrible. My toes go numb and curl up. I’m not sure if I’ve even listed it all, but the pain I’ve been through today has been horrible. Especially my back, so bad, I can’t describe it and I’m so exhausted ALL the time. I told doctor right after last injection about six months ago, that my pain in back, etc was worse, he said Not possible!! Well, all I know is the state of my health and its really bad. I’m 61 years old, a strong minded woman, but no pain pill or anything can relieve what I’ve been going through!! Just sharing my experience and wondering what my alternatives are. My first bone density test was T-4.3, horrible enough…..WELL, I’m not sure there is a scale for me now…..-7…….Yes, I’m in serious trouble and worried, can’t survive this much pain!! Thanks for listening. But, I’m NOT taking next shot!
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Saying thank you to you isn’t nearly enough for sharing all the terrible side effects that you have had from taking Prolia. Shame on Big Pharma for how they control everything. If it weren’t that way, maybe medications and supplements that worked and could actually help people could be created and made available. After reading all the problems that arose for each of you after taking the Prolia, I will never take it. I have started taking Metagenics Bone Builder. After many people have had bone scans done after taking it for a year plus, their bones have gotten much stronger and are regenerating. There is nothing on the market like it. I will be lifting all of you up in prayer, and will pray that the symptoms and effects subside. Hang in there. Prayer works!
Way, am I glad you don’t work in medicine with your crazy ideas and biases.
Gloria has far better advice than you have contributed, Ben.
Exactly what is your experience.?
Perhaps we should listen to your words of wisdom.
Actually, she is a danger and dispenses medical advice WITHOUT a license. That is against the law. Her advice is simply HER opinion and based on what SHE experienced. So, I would stick with asking a professional (or even a couple of them) and NOT listen just because someone posts day in and day out.
This was mean for Zimexlady, not Ben.
I have only had one shot and will not take any more. If I sit down for 15 to 20 minutes and get up to walk the pain is scary to say the least. I wake up at night from the pains in my hips and legs. I will just double the amount of vit.D and cal. I take. My whole system is screwed up, I never was sick and now anything going around I get. Dr. says it leaves our bodies in 4 months, well then why do the give the next shot in 6 months? My choice is to not take anything with such horrible side effects.
Georgie,
So sorry for your situation. I am refusing Prolia or any of those meds.
Thanks for you sharing experience.
May you get some help in the near future.
My Reg doc and my Endocrinologist BOTH want me to take Prolia and have been on me for several years now. I just got my last bone scan back and it’s really bad now so they are both jumping up and down, calling me at home and wanting me to start taking this stuff. I keep refusing…WHY? The first big one is it messes with your immune system. Well, it just so happens that I have 3 immune system illnesses (pomphlox and lichen sclerosis and Fibromyalgia) with the 4th one not verified but most of the symptoms of MS. Do you think I should be taking this? I DON’T. The second big one that I have a problem with is that after 3 years of taking it you have an INCREASED CHANCE of breaking a bone!? Really?? I’ll take my chances without it thanks……Not to mention I have been on heart meds for almost 30 years for a mitro-valve problem. So after reading so many responses to this drug about the side effects that people are having ( and it’s not just this web-site) it’s got to be a BIG FAT NO WAY BUDDY!! They would have to physically force me to take it…..and as far as I know we are still free to do as we please. BTW, I am 60 and my mother had it really bad too.
Omg! I ended up in ICU 4 days after my 1st injection!!! I got severe tingling in feet hands even lips. Had muscles cramping swollen face back pain rash in face. Most all the side effects. Went to ER and all my electro lights were messed up but the worse was my calcium level was critically low!!! I was in kidney failure!!! After a week they got me level, I was released with a high chance of re- admission since it stays in system 6 months. Yup, 4 days later back I went. I’m monitored every 5 days now and my life is no longer my own. I cry all the time and am continuelly exhausted. My daughter is getting married in Cali end of May and I’m not sure how I’ll be able to travel. DONT EVER TAKE THIS DRUG
A couple years ago I was given a 1/2 dose injection of Zometa and ended up in the hospital for 5 days with severe hypocalcemia. Doctor said I should never have injection again. Now another specialist wants me to take a Prolia injection. I am concerned that I will again develop hypocalcemia or other side effects. Not sure what I should do as I have severe osteoporosis.
It’s too bad that your doctor warned you of the dangers after you had the shot. 🙁 I’m glad you are here, doing your research before your next step. Good for you!
Don’t let your loved one take Prolea!
My 72 year old Mother received this shot for her osteoporosis on August 28……since then she has been on a downward spiral of awful side effects (Nasua/vomiting, extreme fatigue, headaches, jaw pain, calcium and potassium crashes leading to low kidney function, loss of appetite, etc). All leading to hospitalisation and numerous tests (MRI, CT scan, spinal tap, ultra sound, etc). The doctors cannot find any answers other than the direct cause of a reaction to this shot without answer for counter measures. 3weeks ago she was a healthy active senior…..Now she is a lifeless soul who has to be forced to eat everyday. I do not know how this will end, but please do not take this shot!
Yes, Trish, do not allow anyone you know take Prolia for Osteoperosis . It was originally and is still given for bone cancer patients and should never have been approved for anything else!! I had horrible side effects from Prolia and am still suffering!
Update: November 5, 2015… My mother has finally been released from the nursing home after 2 months in and out of the hospital. Every indication has been that Prolia has caused the numerous problems as stated on my 9/23/15 post. She will continue to have in-home IV hydration therapy until this stuff is flushed out of her system and hopefully she can resume her normal life soon!
I cannot state this enough…please do not let your loved one take this shot!
So what is one to do when they are a long term breast cancer survivor, so far without recurrance, but continues to have to take an Aromitase Inhibitor that has the potential to cause bone loss? My oncologist listens well and I told her that I didn’t like the way the Prolia made me feel and she said I didn’t have to take have it again but would need to go back to the Zometa. I wonder if there is anyone who needs to take the AIs but choses to not take any Osteoporosis meds.
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Hi Wendy, I am still on Femara, and was on Prolia. The side effects are horrible, so bad that I will never take another shot for osteopenia. It was originally for bone cancer patients! I just saw my oncologist 10-15-2015. She said no more shots and is monitoring me for the serious complications that I have experienced . She suggested at least 2000 mg of calcium, one in the morning and one at night plus Vitamin D. Will try this but will never that another Prolia shot!!
do the mds make money by pushing such drugs as Polia? Why do they brush off your side effects? I’ve spent a fortune on tests, md’s and I think its all from prolia, please someone?
Cathy, have you researched the free information on this site about osteoporosis drugs? I want to encourage you to do so, because it will help answer a lot of your questions! Here are links to a couple of posts to get you started:
https://saveourbones.com/prolia-pros-and-cons/
https://saveourbones.com/top-5-reasons-why-you-should-never-take-osteoporosis-drugs/
Look at npr.org, where they confirm that Doctors and big pharma both get paid money every time a prescription is filled. It really is true. Big pharma owns medical schools and hospitals. In medicine, everything happens because of big Pharma. It doesn’t get dirtier than them. Who can trust anything they say? No wonder all these medications are so deadly. My thoughts and prayers are with you,
i was told by my doctor that all side effects would be less because it was an injectable, not a pill that has to go through stomach or body. My mistake was not doing research on my own, now I am paying till this runs out of steam in my body.
I was in training for a walk/run marathon and after this shot of prolia, can hardly clean my house from day to day.
Looking for a half life on this drug, it sure would be nice if all the symptoms came in the first 30 days and then let me alone.
Good luck everyone
Hi, Iam little nervous myself. Took my first injection today. Didn’t do research either. I’m hoping I don’t get those terrible side effects. Don’t think ism taking anymore injections. Iam scared.
I’ve written twice before and still believe that some people do not suffer from osteoporosis because they live with very low levels of electromagnetic radiation mainly through low level power lines outside their homes and low levels of radiowaves which is becoming more and more difficult to achieve with the escalation of mobile and cordless phone technology and wireless connections for internet etc. instead of the safer hard wired versions. I finally built my back room away from my high street power lines and rid my home of wireless etc. which I believe has helped both my husband and I stay healthier but unfortunately last year I still broke some more vertebrae but since then I recently discovered that having broken a couple earlier it is more likely that others will go later as the spine is already destabilized. I had already tried Fosamax and had side effects some years before so with the new breaks and my doctors advice I first took Protos and had a cardiac event the second night so I then took my first dose of Prolia last September and the next day was nauseated and had sudden bursts of fast heart rate when sitting down which went on for a number of weeks. The nausea still persists nine months later so I will not be taking any of these drugs again! I didn’t have pain but was on strong pain killers at the time for the recent back fractures so probably would not have known anyway. I understand from research that EMR and RFR interferes with healthy calcium metabolism so I believe one is more prone to both osteoporosis and the side effects from the pharmaceutical drugs if one is over exposed to EMR and RFR as these are unsafe for all of us over time so perhaps we could all look into this angle as well to try to stay well as there is plenty of research about this on the internet. We are electrical beings and our electrics are incompatible with those made by man so alternative treatments for Electrical Hypersensitivity I think can avoid having to take these other unsafe medications. Anyway check out the research for this as it talks of avoiding cancer, diabetes, strokes, heart attacks, dementia etc. if you lower your exposure because you then are more able to make melatonin which we need for healing overnight. so we should try to make our bedrooms safe from all this and then hopefully save ourselves from an unhealthy old age.
Be careful everyone. You could end up like me with multiple fractures and now permanently disabled. I tried the “natural” route, but my numbers were just too bad. After Prolia, I’ve finally gone a couple years without fracture,.
Keep in mind, osteoporosis only gives you an increased risk of fracture, but doesn’t mean you WILL fracture. Most people won’t or will go many years without fracturing at all. I could start a website telling people to eat red and blue M&Ms and the majority of people that buy my advice won’t fracture. Is that success?
Good nutrition, vitamins and minerals are essential, but sometimes drugs ARE needed to assist and not suffer like I have.
I Have taken Xgeva a little over four years and have developed a terrible side effect called osteonecrosis of the jaw, The bottom teeth and now starting to be deformed and very difficult to eat. The breast cancer is doing fine. I was never given any information about this drug until I started having trouble with my jaw. No mor xgeva for me, I know have to live with the possibility of having my bottom teeth removed .Nothing can go in there place and a disfigured face. Very unhappy No more of this drug for me.
Worst medicine I ever allowed to be given to my mother. Never ever will I do this again. First shot fine second shot not so good. The more I let them give the more side effects she had. It will take forever to get out of her system so now she will feel awful for 6 months! Never again!
Was the drug Prolia that was prescribed for your mother? It’s been prescribed for me but I’m very skeptical about its safety and potential side effects. I’m curious to know your mother’s age.
Got the Prolia shot in November and am still paying the price of the side effects. I have such pain in the groin area that I can hardly get out of bed in the morning. Chiropractor said it will get better but it will take a while. I hurt 24/7 and would never recommend this shot to anyone. Good luck
I took Prolia shot June 12, same Pain in groin area left side really bad, no mds want to address side effects. tell me I have to take shot or risk not walking if spine keeps crumbling. took Forteo for 61/2 months thought I was dying. leg, headaches so bad!!
Hi there
I have been taking Bonviva for 9 years and after reading your blog have decided to nt take it anymore.
What damage have I done to my bones and is there any hope to get my bone osteoclasts and osteoblasts making REAL bone again?
I am in the United Kingdom. Can’t find any info which is not unusual over here.
How can I get statistics on the likelihood of having a bone fracture (female, aged 69)? It seems to me that should enter into a decision on taking medication?
Are there statistics on whether the risk increases when you stop using an osteoporosis drug?
I went through early menopause at the age of 38 and was diagnosed with osteoporosis at 42. I am now 58 and have been taking Evista safely (touch wood) for the past 16 years. I have recently had a Dexa scan and my results showed that the osteoporosis has retreated and is now osteopenia. Although I try to eat healthy and exercise, the drug has certainly helped. This may be a consideration to someone.
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DO NOT TAKE PROLIA. IT IS WORSE THAN POISON. My mother, 85, was given her first and only Prolia injection in August 2015 and has been very sick ever since. She’s been having bone pain, muscle pain, stomach pain abdominal pain, back pain leg, arm, shoulders, neck and eye pain. Burning all over the the body. I am so sad and feel helpless seeing her suffer and unable to help ease her pain. I just hope after 6 months it wiil get out of her sytem and the damage won’t be irreversible.
DON’T TAKE THIS HORRIBLE PROLIA DRUG.
I WISH we had someone to advise my mother before taking Prolia.
Prolia also causes endless bladder infections and flu like symptoms that do not respond to medications. My mother’s blood pressure has been going up ever since she had Prolia.
my partner died on 20th oct this year after reading some of the coments I think her doctor and hospital have made a big mistake in giving her 3 injections of prolia from july last year she had all the simptums cold sore hands and legs and needing the toilet all time sometimes doin it in bed through the night,,she died in her sleep.post mortem inconclusive so its 4-6 week wait for blood tests,,,,,
My mother, my twin sister and myself all have osteoporosis. My mother was advised to go on prolea by her doctor as her osteoporosis is bad. I had done a lot of research and felt that this drug was not the best for my mother. Against my research and suggestions my mother had the first injection in the spring and her second a month ago. She has numerous medical issues and recently was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer and bone cancer in her back. She had a very aggressive breast cancer about four years ago and it has came back. Now my sisters feel the Prolea has something to do with her new cancer. I really don’t know. Personally I wouldn’t go on the drug but what to you do when your osteoporosis is so bad. As for me I had a recent bone density test and within a year my bone density improved. My doctor had recommended Fortero. I did my research on this drug and no, no, no, I was not going to take this drug. It was taken off of research after two years due to cancer in laboratory mice. There is a FDA black box warning on this drug. Why would a doctor recommend this drug with these findings? What I have done in the last year was buy a weight vest and wear it as much as I can, I am taking liquid coral calcium from a company called Genius Pure, I take my calcium and D3 and my diet has improved to include natural foods. Also my husband and I installed a Reverse Osmosis water filer on our kitchen sink and we drink pure water. I believe you can improve your bone density the natural way but it takes a lot of work. But then us women are worth it. I also pray and depend on my Lord and Savior, Jesus. He is my true Physician. God Bless everyone.
Lisa, I have just read your comment and I was wondering how you are doing now with your natural approach. My doctor wants me to use Prolia and I have done heaps of research and am leaning in the no direction. How is your mom?
Stay in the NO direction.
HELP I have secondary breast cancer in my bones I have had denosumab injection monthly until I said no more excruciating pain in groin hip thigh bones my body trembles with the pain 1 week after really bad second week it eases of to the point my palliative nurse put me on 15 mg oxycotin 2 times daily and oral oramorph every hr when needed the first week after I have my injection I am on the oral ever couple of hrs I’ve refused this now and they started me on a drip one beginning with z which is also doing same thing I am honestly scared of this drug and thinking very hard about not having anything IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE OUT THERE THAT won’t damage my body and soul any ideas plz
Debbie, Believe it or not my name is Debbie too. i have Breast Mets, stage 4 in the bone and I was on Xgeva injections monthly for 7 months and the bone pain was so bad I refused to take it any more. I told the doctor that “the cancer maybe killing me, but the treatment is making me want to die”. I had no quality of life for three weeks after the injections. I could not walk or even barely sit on a toilet. I was taking so much pain meds that I could not function or even remember conversations that i had with people. Now, my life is much happier WITHOUT Xgeva injections. I do not know what other medication to suggest to you because I have choosen not to take any of the bisphosphonates.
I have had shots now for 3 months…how do I get it out of my system?
Hello -My mother had 3 shots as well and seemed to have almost all side effects-of course we are not going to continue the shots -but if you ever get the answer to how long it will take to get out of the system I would appreciate learning what you find out Thank you
I have had osteoporosis for a number of years now and could not tolerate Fosamax or Actonel as caused esophagus issues. I’m scheduled for a Prolia injection tomorrow, Tuesday October 28, 2014. After reading over the number of side effects common and serious, I’m seriously backing away from getting this. Can anyone recommend another type of med like the Boniva i.v. solution or Reclast? I had read that either one of these would be better. I need some answers fast. I am going to cancel this appointment until I have some better answers in the direction I need to go. The thought of having my immune system compromised with Prolia scares me… Thanks.
Good for you, Kathi – you’re doing your research before taking the drug! You’re miles ahead of the majority. 🙂 I encourage you to research the other osteoporosis drug options – you will find information on all of them at this site. Type the drug name into the Search box and you’ll find a wealth of information! The bottom line is, your bones don’t need drugs to thrive and improve. 🙂
Instead of Prolia I’m leaning towards Boniva iv solution. I had taken osteoporosis meds by mouth before and always had issues. Right now my osteoporosis is pretty bad. I have it in my spine, hips, neck and who knows where else, so I need to find something to stop this and get my bones back in shape. Does anyone have any thoughts on Boniva iv solution? I also thought of Reclast but am not too sure about this one. Thanks.
Also, my osteoporosis is too far gone so I’m wondering if a natural approach is going to help me in reversing the bone loss.
My mom is 79 and has severe osteoporosis and has recently had 2 fractures in her lower back. She is in a lot of pain. Her doctor is telling her that taking Provlia is the way to go and is safe so she is considering the drug. I am concerned with everything that I am reading that this is not a good idea. Unfortunially older people put to much trust in the doctors today.
I don’t know what to do…she is in a lot of pain and not able to function in her everyday life in the state that she is in now. So it sounds like she is damned if she takes the drug and damned if she doesn’t because she can’t fountain the way she is.
Any suggestions…Thanks for listening.
Paula, do you have the Osteoporosis Reversal Program that you could share with your mother? Maybe she would appreciate if you’d direct her to this site or print out articles and information that might be helpful to her. Then she can make a truly informed decision!
I am 69yrs old and have tried alot of Bisphonates and am now on Prolia 2yrs. I have fractured 4 lumbar verts and 3 thoracic verts and I had 2 kyphoplasties done on my lumbar spine which immediately took the pain away> Have you heard about this proceedure? I think it is great for someone who is in alot of pain from lumbar fx’s. but it has to be done within 6 weeks of the fx to help.
My wife is on her 4th Xgeva injection. She had one dose of Zometa prior to Xgeva but shifted when she experienced body pain. She did experience mild pain on her first dose of Xgeva & none on her 2nd & 3rd. She will have her 4th tomorrow. She has bone mets & recently underwent radiation which lessened the pain by at least 50%.
Question:
For how long should she be on Xgeva?
Would lab tests show if Xgeva is effective or MRI?
We are from the Philippines.
I wrote before in 2012 with my belief that our continued and increasing exposure to low dose electromagnetic radiation from wifi, mobile and cordless phones and their masts and all the other modern electrical and wireless gadgets may be affecting our bones so looking to reduce this may help you all and even prevent cancer and many other diseases. I built my new back bedroom to get away from excessive power lines I spoke of before and then needed grounded shielding paint and curtains for the radio waves and have had some improvement without any bone density medications. I still cannot avoid exposure in the day but the night is most important because we need to produce melatonin then to heal us and cannot do so with electricals in the bedroom. If you don’t believe me just look up EMR and Health!
Hello Audrey, This sounds very interesting. Thank you for sharing this info with us. Much good luck and I hope you get on your way to good health!
I’m 71 and just had a horrible bout with 1 injection of Forteo, Friday October 10 2014. I have severe rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and severe osteoporosis, plus lung and heart health issues.
I got my first and only shot of Prolia in May 2013. Four to six weeks later, I developed fever (101), chills, and flu like symptoms. Several weeks later I began having bad heart palpitations. When I called my doctor, she did not think my symptoms were side effects from the Prolia, but I refused to take more shots. My doctor did order blood tests. These tests showed my thyroid and pituitary gland readings were way off. At first she had me cut my thyroid medication in half and then took me off of it as the second blood test was even more skewed. She had been treating me for low thyroid. I am still having an irregular heart beat which can leave me weak at times. So far EKGs have been inconclusive as to heart issues. I wish I had researched Prolia a little more before agreeing to the infusion.
Glad to find this thread. I live in Georgia and was fortunate to find a pharmacy that works closely with the company who makes Prolia. The regular price through my local pharmacy was way too high $$$ for me and it was a mission getting the insurance to pay for it. South Miami Pharmacy helped obtain the prior authorization finally AND they also have a copay assistance program that helped with my high copay. The staff was great. They didn’t charge to ship it to me next day. Hope this helps.
I had a Prolia injection November 2013. By March 2014 I started feeling cold spells, not flue, but just feeling cold, shivering when others felt warm. I met the specialist that prescribed the drug and he said it’s o.k., it’s not the drug. I was stupid to take his word and not do the research myself. So, May 21, 2014 I did my next injection. 2 weeks after I started feeling so cold that it felt as though my bones are in the freezer and a week after that, bones in my hands and legs started hurting. I can say with surtainty that all these side effects are from Prolia.
My advice to people: NEVER TAKE ANY MEDS that last longer than 24 hours. At least if you get a side effect you can stop. I don’t know what will happen until Prolia will go out of my system by November 21, 2014. I hope there won’t be any permanent damage and I won’t die.
Rina, your body is remarkably adept at removing toxins, including medications! The process is greatly enhanced if you support your cleansing organs (kidneys and liver). I encourage you to check out OsteoCleanse – you can read about it here:
https://saveourbones.com/rapid-cleanse-sale/
Take heart! Your body is designed for health, not disease. 🙂
regarding osteocleanse book: Why does everything have to include weight loss? Is this just a selling point? I can’t afford to lose any weight
my mother got prolia and after 3 month got something like mycosis fongoids/eczema
T cell .
do someone know the conection between prolia and Tcell?
Vivian granted that your stuff is that good why not share it with the suffering people,we are already paying with our bab bones, let your knowledge come out athe world will be gratefull at you.
Doc telling me I have to take prolia. Bone density of -2.8. I’ve never had fracture, in good health, and follow good diet. I don’t want these prolia side effects at age 88. They say my hips are in red zone Help! Please! Any suggestions or advice. All I read about prolia and friends say it’s bad. Docs won’t hear of anything else
I took Prolia shot 6 months ago. I have severe arm pain. I canceled appointment for second shot. I will not take it again and would not recommend it to anyone.
I am sorry you experienced that kind of pain, Joyce! Good for you for not being afraid to say “no” to more treatments. 🙂
Vivian you are a disgrace
can you please show me one bit of clinical evidence about your money spinning garbage that you are selling. Please women listen to your dr not some hack trying to sell books. She won’t be here in 10 years when you have a hip fracture and end up immobile she will be in the bahamas enjoying your money.
shame on you Vivian
mavis -76yo
I have week bones. In 3 years the scan showed that my bone density went from -2 to -3.6. I had 2 fractures last year: Patella and ankle. I tried all natural remedies (bought Save our bones book few years ago) and it is not stopping my bone loss. The doctor suggested to take Prolia and I read many articles available on this drug.
I have to do something just not sure what. Any suggestions?
Do it.
I am almost 63 yrs old and just went for my annual physical to my gyno. I told her about my Dad who’s almost 85 who has been diagnosed with mini strokes 4 yrs ago and in November he finally fell just the right way and broke his hip. I was only telling her this to update her on my “family history”. She immediately applied that to me that this incident makes my “likelihood” of breaking a hip up 3xs. I was shocked to see that as a correlation to me with his age and his condition being the “cause” of his hip breakage. She said it doesn’t matter unless he fell off a 3 story building. She was adamant about that. She knows that I have refused further “medical treatment” that the drug industry offers for years now. I have previously been on Fosamax, then Boniva, then Fosamax again. When my bone density tests proved that I had osteo. she then recommended Reclast intravenous injection or Forteo. That was a few years ago. When I realized that this is an injection, I said “Whoa” let me check this out. So I went online and saw all the negative reviews that people had to these drugs and also found Vivian’s site. I was highly impressed that someone had put so many years of research into this one area and had come to these conclusions. I have bought the Save Our Bones program, but quite honestly did not “get around to reading the book”, a downfall of mine with good intentions. So I’ve just trudged on, waiting to see how things go without using drugs. This time when I asked her about when is it time for my next dexascan, she said what’s the use of getting one if you’re not going to take a medication, those are very expensive. So that surprised me, because she feels that no “natural” method is going to improve your bone density therefore there’s no use in having the test. (Besides, my insurance has always paid for it, so is she implying that she wouldn’t even prescribe it for me?) I decided not to argue with her, she asked me to reconsider taking the Provia, which is the latest “best” bone drug in her opinion. I said I would reconsider. I asked her if there were any side effects, and her reply was, “why yes, there’s possible side effects to any drug you put in your mouth, even Tylenol”. I thought that was a pretty “glib” answer. DUH! Yes, but what are the side effects and how severe can they be and do I want to be a guinea pig to see if I’m the unlucky one of a “few” that get these terrible side effects or look elsewhere. I think that doctors are “pushing” drugs, because that’s all they know to do. She said, believe me, if there was a natural alternative that would work, I’d be all over that. When she first tried to get me on Reclast, and I did all that research, I forward this info to my doctor and she met that with some resistance. I don’t know what to do at this point. These medications scare me, but she scares me of a hip breakage too.
Glenda, it’s clear that you are thinking through your choices and doing your research. Good for you! I want to encourage you to make your own health decisions; no one can “make” you take a drug you’re not comfortable taking, period. It’s not your doctor, but YOU who will experience any side effects from medication! So empower yourself with knowledge, and don’t be afraid of taking the “road less traveled.” 🙂
It sounds like the same pharmaceutical sales rep visited both my doctor and yours. It’s the “best” bone drug there is, “look up Tylenol if you’re concerned about side effects.” Funny thing is the insurance company pays the doctor for doing the injection at his/her office, unlike prescriptions that get filled at a pharmacy or (yikes) supplements and exercise. Prolia may turn out to be an excellent treatment for osteoporosis but it seems to be a bit early to tell. The FREEDOM study looked at patients over a 3 year period yet many of the problems with bisphosphonates didn’t show up until after 5 years? Haven’t totally ruled Prolia out, but am certainly giving it a hard and thorough look.
Was diagnosed with osteoporosis 4 months ago. Had a tooth removed so could not take the Prolia injection for 2 months after the “site” had healed. Got the Prolia injection exactly 2 months ago (12-21-13) About 4 days ago started having horrendous low back pain – went to the Ortho dr and he gave me pain pills – Trama-dol (that don’t even take the edge off) and he has ordered an MRI that I am to have next week. Also have just started experiencing some dizziness in the last couple days. After reading all the comments I am now wondering if a 2 month long struggle with bronchitis and lung infection in which 2 different antibiotics didn’t even phase it that my immune system has been compromised. I have contacted (today) my family physician and the ortho dr in writing telling them all this and am waiting to hear from them. I won’t be getting the next Prolia injection in June.
Eu tomei Prolia a dois meses atrás e também senti sintomas parecidos. Começou com uma dor nas costas e dias depois muita tontura, náusea, dormência nos braços e falta de apetite. Agora estou melhor, relatei esses sintomas para minha médica, mas ela me disse que não tem nada a ver com Prolia. Ela disse que se fosse algum efeito colateral teria aparecido nos primeiros dias. Outro médico me recomendou que eu tomasse a vacina de meningite ACWY, mas estou preocupada em ter alguma interação medicamentosa com Prolia. Alguém tem alguma informação sobre isso?
IV boniva??? I am 55 y.o. diagnosed with osteopenia in my mid 30’s. Now at the age 55, I have severe osteoporosis with past spinal fx. cervical and spinal surgery, with R/A fibro, bla, bla, bla… lol.. I have been on vioxx, forteo and prolia with extreme side effects just as all of you, flu like symptoms, fatigue, pain throughout, inabilty to eat properly, weight loss of 60 lbs due to dental pain and my teeth are twisting with jaw bone pain. After receiving an injection of prolia I had so many side effects, I called and left my Dr. 4 messages, 2 times I walked in and left msgs. he never returned my call. 2 mos. later when I finally had an appt. he said to me he did not have 15 min. to call me (very sad). He refuses to do any labs on me except for a vit. D. Once I saw him he assumed I was still doing well on the prolia, at the time he denied the issues I was having were due to prolia he said it was anxiety lol. I saw him 4 mos. later this past Wednesday and he admitted that my issues indeed were from the prolia since they happened during the time I was on this med and have let up while off. He now wants me to try another posion called iv boniva. People, I am so frieghtened because if I have issues he does nothing about and assumes I am still doing well on what ever the last oste drug he sugggested, NOT, ther is no one to turn to. I requested he put me on miacalcin and he laughed and said “that was pulled off the market because we have these other great Osteo drugs”. I called the pharmacy to see when this miacalcin was removed from the market and the Pharmacist said we still have it and it is used by many with great results. I can’t stand someone that lies to me, especially my rhuemotologist. The rhuemotolgist prescribes these bad drugs then WE must pay our dentist to go above and beyond what was initially required prior to receiving these poisons. Help any input would be helpful. thx
I realize bisphosphonates aren’t completely safe, but they do help some and don’t harm everyone or even a high percentage of people. I have pretty severe osteoporosis with multiple spine fractures prior to taking Fosamax and now Prolia. Of course if you didn’t exaggerate the amount of people that have side effects with these drugs and use the scare tactics that you do, you wouldn’t be able to make money selling all of your “Save your Bones” products.
I am scheduled for my second shot November 11th, however I have decided not to get it. I have had aches and pains like I never have had before. I lost 10 lbs and I am a small person already weighing only 110 my normal weight. I figured its just the way it is for some time now. I can barely walk the past two months because of foot, back, and neck pain. I go to a chiropractor which worked great till my first shot. I am only 58! I have tried Actonol, Reclasp, which did nothing to improve my bones. I went to the podiatrist, who gave me inserts, which crippled me in just 6 hours. Turns out he says I guess that’s not you’re problem . SO he gives me a series of shots between my toes. Provided only some relief for a short time. Its back. OMG I even went to my Primary because I felt I was not breathing right. These guys knew I was on Prolia and never mentioned it could be related. Because I am a former smoker he says I have COPD! Guess what he prescribed! I believe I do not have COPD because it made no difference in my breathing symptoms.
I think I have finally smarten up!!!! I know my body and it says enough. Thanks for listening. I will be checking out you’re website for sure.
I have had terrible! headaches! ever since I had this shot. At first I thought I was havering a Migraine took an Imatrex and figured it would pass. It did and I slept, when I work up it was back. I have had headaches, day in, day out for over a week 10/24/13 now from morning till night. Goes from from mild to severe, but never goes away. Take a sleeping pill to get to sleep.Have had gastric pain every day. I can only get nine Imetrex pills a mo. Insurance won’t pay for more. I have Fibromyalgia. Can’t tell if all the aches and pains that never go away are from my Fibro or the shot. I feel awful. Taking a pain pill will only cause severe abdomenl pain. See my pain specialist next week, and hope to get some relief. Right now she has been treating me for my sciatica hip pain, again insurance will only pay so much, her hands are tied. I can’t believe I will have to live with these constant! headache for six mos. Very diffecu;t to watch any T.V. if at all.Constipation is a problem. Had Botox for Migraines couple mos ago. Have had Botox the last couple yrs, with great success. I will never, ever, have a Prolia shot again. I am so tired. I’m hoping these nasty headaches will soon go away. Going to use my Restasis for Dry eyes now and go to bed, hoping for a better day tomorrow.
Has anybody had this problem, if so how did you handle it. Did it eventually go away. I’m at a lose what to do. My Primmery Doctor said this Med was not for me. Meanwhile what do I do, if anything. I am hyper sensitive to all Meds. It sounded so good when the nurse explained it to me. Not so. Did you get my comment?
Marie, it saddens me so much to hear what you are going through. 🙁 I really hope your pain specialist can help you find some relief, and if you are interested, you are welcome to check out OsteoCleanse (in Products) to get the Prolia out of your system faster. Hang in there!
Hi Vivian, I went off Actonil for almost a year, then unfortunately fractured my sacrum and Dr. talked me into having an injection of Prolia one month ago. Could I start the cleansing diet now or do I have to wait until the 6 months is up?
Lowana, you can start the OsteoCleanse program or the Osteoporosis Reversal Program any time! 🙂
I don’t trust people like Vivian. If her research is so great, then why isn’t she publishing a peer-reviewed study? Why doesn’t she have an MD? Why is she instead trying to make a profit by selling her precious info? Anyone who thinks Vivian has your best interests at heart is foolish; she’s trying to make a buck and is no better than any other huckster.
About a year ago I felt a bulge in my left butt that resulted in 5 bulging discs, L2-5 and S1. I decided to see orthopedic, chiro, MD also had MRI and xrays that showed bulging of 2 discs. In my case, nothing worked although I had 4 epidural injections and doctor prescribed pain medicines as well but the pain became worst even with heavy painkiller. I have tried many options but my problem is still there, I really need sincere advice about the type of Dr I should see. Thank you!
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I read your book and have adhered to the dietary guidelines as closely as possible for a couple of weeks. I think I may turn into a vegetable! Only twice in that time has my urine testing showed alkaline. What else can I do? Also I am losing weight which I don’t want to lose! Help! Donna in Georgia
Interesting that Vivian hasn’t bothered to respond to your question. I think she’s a quack. Anyone who advises me to ignore my doctors’ advice, yet has no MD of her own doesn’t deserve the time of day.
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I’ve had two Prolia injections and am due for my third.
I am 63, fell 10 years ago, fractured three vertebrates and began taking
Daily injections of Forteo.
I was achy the first three months, which passed. During these two
Years I began to have thumb pain in both hands. I went to a doctor
Who gave me an injection of cortisone in each thumb and I was fine.
However since taking Prolia I’ve found my hands and finger tips are
Increasingly painful and when lifting weights or using my elliptical
The pain is becoming very difficult to live with. I just received another
Set of cortisone injections into my thumbs. On occasion I get shooting
Pains in my elbows and lower arm.
It could be a coincidence, age or Prolia.
I am wondering g whether I should Fodor my third Prolia injection
Or discontinue. It is a real concern.
The decision is yours, Patty. If you do decide to stop the Prolia, I am sure you’re aware that there’s a drug-free alternative available! 🙂
I had my first shot of prolia last November. After about four days I woke up stiff and in pain all over. This subsided into stiffness in my hands, feet and knees. I will not be going back for my second shot and am hoping the pain goes away as the drug leaves my system. Dael S.
Patty,
I have been taking Prolia injections for 2 years. I also have bad pain in both thumbs and I believe it is due to the Prolia. I will NOT be taking the next injection! I also get numbness in my little fingers when I lie down for a while. I am hoping that this problem will get resolved soon.
I am a female age. 67 and have low blood calcium so bad I can hardly walk for the past three weeks and did not realize it was all due to Prolia and the muscular lower back pain that came with it.I trusted my rheumatologist because I complained about lower muscular leg pain and he says I am not buying the right shoes.He knew I have osteoporisis and I was on no medication due to other medicine not working like Boniva. I could not take Fosamax because of esophagheal reflux. Yet he recommended Prolia and now on my second injection it almost killed me with low blood calcium.I am not going to take anymore fancy medicine except calcium and vitamin D. Anybody thinks that is bad also?
My second time taking this injection because I was afraid of osteoporosis and had three previous bone fractures in my life so far. I had parathyroid surgery in 2011 and informed my rheumatologist of this and could not take any other medicine like Boniva. He recommended this. The first year I took this injection it was not painful. Just noticed some arm pain and jaw pain. Now I have been confined to home for a month and missed church and went to the emergency room and they diagnosed me as having a sciatic nerve problem up and down my lower back and left leg.Put me on Prednizone and celebrex and still 10 days laterhave the same symtoms.Thank God I kept the prolia brochure and recently read it and now realize it was due to this injection. I have low calcium blood level and fatigue and can barely walk.Its labor day week-end and no way to help myself until my doctor opens office. I am considered intelligent and didn’t want anymore broken bones,but guess what? These side effects and pain is so great,its not worth it. I don’t know how to get rid of this serum in my body and I took my second shot in May of this year,I am totally disgusted.
Dr. Charles E. Price has published a book titled “Can you Feel It In Your Bonces? and developed a supplement to treat osteoprosis. I have refused Prolia, even with
the scare of a broken hip, and lack of medical treatment. I refused the injection required by my Physician, and have been using the supplement from the institute for Better Bone Health, Check this out.
Thankyou for your most informative article about “Prolia” I have an endocrinologist who keeps pushing me to take this drug! I already have a comprimised immune system resulting from severe R.A. and medications I need to take for that to function. I am age 70 now and I will not risk anymore damage from drugs.
I am so glad to hear that you’re making your own health decisions, Sunny!
Really, Vivian? Don’t you mean you’re glad this woman might buy your cure as opposed to listening to an actual doctor?
I’ll bet you are.
I have been prescribed Denosumab to counteract bone loss from the breast cancer drug arimidex. I was previously osteopenic before the breast cancer. Having read the side effects from this drug I am now very concerned. My first treatment is scheduled for Friday.
Rita, I’d sure like to hear what happened next. Nine years post-surgery (lumpectomy) followed by radiation and 5 years of Femara, it’s unexpectedly been discovered that my CA has returned, now in my spine. I’m back on Femara, but my oncologist wants me to agree to every 4-week injections of Xgeva (Denosumab). I’m very reluctant to agree to it, but am having trouble finding a clear cut answer. My first injection is scheduled for Dec 30 because I’d refused it earlier. What did you do?
id use the program rather than andy of these injections drs push on you
prolia is a dangerous drug causeing more problems than what it is suposed to treat!iv had one injection of it and to say the least alot of side effects drs dont want to hear! i weigh the same now but look heavier isthat water in the tissues? more muscle pain.and i have fibro ,cfs and injuries so its not good for all of that either!
now my blood work is showing inflmation and have to see another dr if its inflamation of the heart? well think your company is in big trouble.
!
im so sorry i took it and will not take it again, im useing a good calcium
and vit d magnisum and will take my chanches rather than more health prolems from a drug they are useing us woman as gini pigs!!!!!!!!!
and thats the real truth!
sincerely
sandra
Eugenia, I want to encourage you to make your own decision regarding your bone health! You’re already on the right track because you’re part of the Save Our Bones community and are clearly doing your research. Good for you! The decision to go off of osteoporosis drugs is entirely up to you. If you do choose to take the drug-free route, remember that the Osteoporosis Reversal Program is risk-free! You can return it for a full refund within 1 year of purchase – no questions asked. I wish you excellent health, whatever you decide!
way to go!
I want to thank you for responding to my Query on ” Prolia ” Why do these drugs get approval from the FDA ? They will kill you quicker that you can get well . No I don’t use drug/prescriptions I use natural/Holistic supplements instead . I saw this Prolia being advertised on TV and also noticed the side effects ! Do doctors who prescribe, this know about the side effects ?
It’s useful to do more research than just reading sites like these. I’m reading these and also going to the National Institutes of Health and reading the research on this particular drug. It’s not easy reading, but just because someone had a terrible experience doesn’t mean you will too. It also doesn’t mean you won’t but what I’ve been reading here makes for more questions : are you taking the extra calcium and vit d that you must take? for example. Just sayin’
I had my third Prolia injection one week ago and am having many of the adverse symptoms. Short of breath, rash/hives, muscle, joint and bone pain that doesn’t allow me to sleep. What can I do? This poison will continue being released in my body for six months!
Any thoughts are appreciated.
I am having the same adverse effects after having this injection 1 1/2 months ago. I have Rheumatoid and well as Osteo Arthritis and Osteoporosis. I have infusions of Remicade for my RA and it was helping a lot before the Prolia. Now I need to know how to get this stuff out of my body. I do not recommend this medicine. I can barely walk and have so much pain in my back, my legs and now my left arm is really hurting- therefore no sleep. My skin is flaky dry. It was all ready dry but now much worse. I had my Remicade two weeks early because of a flare up but have not had any relief and that was 5 days ago. I hate to think what will happen if something isn’t done soon to reverse this. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I am a 65 yr. old woman. Thank you and God Bless.
I am so sorry to hear that you’re experiencing those issues, Sharon! I hope you’ll take a look at Rapid Cleanse, the 7-Day Cleanse that’s designed to remove those toxic drugs from your system. You can read about it here:
https://saveourbones.com/rapid-cleanse-sale/
Remember, your body was designed for health and wellness!
Hi,
I feel that Prolia is the only way that I will be able to save my bones. I have tried other meds. but I couldn’t take them, they made me sick.
Would really like to try a natural way so that I wouldn’t have to take meds.
I am scared to death of the side effects.
Judy D.
Judy you are not listening! If you read the e-mails in this forum and you still think that Prolia is the solution to your problems then no doubt dear you deserve what is coming to you.
Open your eyes and refuse to become another experiment.
Hi, I had one shot of Prolia. No one warned me about these serious side effects. The shot was given to me in March of 2012. Meanwhile my jaw began to bother me so much that I have a hard time opening my mouth. I also was diagnosed with lose bottom teeth at my last dental check up. I do have more muscle aches than before and my 2 bouts with the flu this year lasted a few weeks instead of a few days! Also I still have pain in my left arm at the injection site! I can still tell where they gave me the shot when I press on the muscle. I did know about the jaw issues with Actenol as I had to quit taking it when I had a dental implant to replace a dead tooth! I am a stroke survivor so I do question why my doctor prescribed it to begin with! Please continue advising women about these drugs. Oh my mother had been on Fosemax for years before she fell and broke her femur. She is now wheel chair and walker dependent! Sincerely, Judy Summers
I am truly sorry you and your mother have experienced those issues, Judy! 🙁 Thank you for sharing, and I hope with all my heart that you are able to nourish your body and build your health and bones.
Judy, are you really saying that your mother broke her leg after being on Fosamax for years? Shouldn’t her bones have become unbrakeable by now?