Medication for Osteopenia with Parkinson’s

[Husbandsupporter]

My husband has PD and has been told (through his dexi scan ) that Osteopenia is present and he needs to stay on something. Fosamax is out of the question due to its affect on the bones. VitD, A, E are already in the mix, but wonder if anyone in this forum has/is on any prescribed medication for prevention of it developing into Osteoporosis?

[wifeofparky]

Ask about Prolia, It is a twice a year injection that promotes bone formation as well as slowing/stopping bone loss.

[Husbandsupporter in reply to wifeofparky]

that's the one I'm most interested in..along with the new one Evenity (which was in a post left in this forum)

[park_bear]

See my writings regarding the essential ingredients for bone health – vitamins K and D, silica and boron:

Vitamins and Minerals for Bone Health and Reduced Risk of Cancer

tinyurl.com/hya5dwd

Vitamin K: Unsung and Essential

tinyurl.com/yd9l4j3q

What You Need to Know to Reduce Risk of Hip Fracture and Cardiovascular Disease

tinyurl.com/y8o9jy8u

[Husbandsupporter in reply to park_bear]

thank you for your reply and the time you took to respond to me. Yes, I'm very aware of the vitamins you wrote and he is on them. I was too for many years, but as I have aged and he has PD, something else needs to be added. he's been on all natural BioTe pellets for going on 2 years but the expense of them is getting too much. (He has to have the insertion of the pellets every 4-5 months and the payment is all out of pocket.) Thank you and I will take a look at the articles you mentioned. Appreciate you

[mrvl in reply to Husbandsupporter]

Pellets wouldn't be my first choice. Consider twice a week injections with an easy touch syringe. 29 g 1/2 in. syringe, pretty easy to do. He may also consider using HCG, to keep his testicles full. I don't know if it's okay to use a clinic's name. I would consider defy medical. Telemedicine, pretty inexpensive.

[Husbandsupporter in reply to mrvl]

Thank you for your reply. It was hoped the pellets would also help with the PD symptoms. Didn't. The expense of the pellets and the fact that the cost is out of pocket makes continuing a quandary. Appreciate your taking the time

[chartist]

Husbandsupporter,

You may also find this link helpful regarding Osteopenia and Osteoporosis :

healthunlocked.com/cure-par...

Art

[Husbandsupporter in reply to chartist]

thank you. Have read it. Appreciate your post

[Husbandsupporter]

thank you for your reply. I hadn't heard of Evenity...but will continue to research it and ask the Dr next week when I have a consultation. My husband has been on BioTe pellets (which is all natural and matches his personal testosterone needs. He's not had no reaction or issues with them other than the cost---it's all out of pocket, and twice to three times a year it gets expensive. So I'm looking for alternatives for us: other than Fosamax or any of the biophosonates.

[b5p10]

I have Osteopenia and have prescribed Alendronic acid once a week plus Calcichew one tablet twice daily. I also take vitamin K2 . I have recently been diagnosed with PD and my neurologist is aware of my current medication so I assume they do not clash.

[Husbandsupporter in reply to b5p10]

Thank you for your reply. I am hopeful this medication combination works for you.

I'm glad you are also taking Vitamin K2. Have you thought about Vitamin A and D also? No matter what medication "we" are on, those are necessary additions. You are very kind to respond and may your journey with PD allow you many many years of joy and fullness of life. If I may be so bold, "Welcome to the family"....my husband is a PWP

[b5p10 in reply to Husbandsupporter]

The Calcichew contains Vitamin D

[Husbandsupporter in reply to b5p10]

You’re correct. I went online and found indeed it does. But I didn’t read If it was D3, or not. But thank you for writing in, and I didn’t do my due diligence before I answered you