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Stopping Proleia after 1 shot

6 years ago•9 Replies

Had one shot of Proleia 6 months ago when I was diagnosed with Osteoporosis. If I discontinue Proleia. Do I have to worry about fractures and do I have to take something else as a substitute. I go to gym and eat healthy diet.

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MWZ36 years ago

My sister stopped after one as well with no issues. Good choice to stop!

Posy-White6 years ago

I understood that having a rest/stopping Proleia it is now advised to go on to an alterative medication for 12 months. I had a suggested 'rest' period before this advice was taken on in the UK; I was assured that 6 monthly full blood checks was enough cover. I was very active had a physical job and enjoying yoga, running, walking, swimming, cycling and did daily 'osteoporosis exercises'. 4 months into the rest I started with back ache, then I just could not get out of bed on waking; I had blood tests x-rays etc. Nothing really showed up until a second lot of x-rays 3 months on fractures /damage to 5 vertebras, suggested spinal surgery. It turns out surgery not suitable; I am coming to terms with long-term disability. I understand that the chances of this happening are limited and my story is not what you want to hear. Why not get a second medical opinion to discuss the chance levels of issues involved. Good luck.

Posy-White

HeronNS• in reply toPosy-White6 years ago

Posy-White how long had you been taking Prolia? Did you only have one shot like Miabella12?

Posy-White• in reply toHeronNS6 years ago

No I didn't only have 1 injection, which is why I suggested a second opion to get the facts from a different medical view and for Miabella12 not to just go on what I wrote. I had 5 years of Prolia; first two injections had minnor problems; however improved bone density going into Osteopenia range.

Is there evidence that stopping after 1 injection is safe? If so I am sorry to have worried Miabella12.

Posy-White

antiP22196 years ago

I, too, am stopping after one and only shot. Recent research quoted a doctor / osteo researcher as saying no risk of fractures after only one shot. But after two or more, risk increases!

Siamang6 years ago

Relieved to read this post - I’m into 6th month of 1st prolia shot and not having another! Causes too much anxiety!

Meganisi• in reply toSiamang6 years ago

One shot is fine. Two or more and you need a bisphosphonate to cover the risk of rebound fractures. I had 2 injections so am taking the bisphosphonate for 2 years. Horrible but necessary.

Siamang6 years ago

Miabella12

Are you then going to be able to stop all osteo pharma meds? Hope all goes well for you.