Prolia and CKD

[orangecity41]

Please share your experience with Prolia and CKD level 3 or 4. A Primary Doctor is recommending it.

[newbie1956]

i thought Prolia was for women...

[orangecity41 NKF Ambassador in reply to newbie1956]

It is sometimes prescribed for men. I am asking for someone else with CKD.

[newbie1956]

maybe u need to see an orthopedist...preferably someone who specializes in osteoporosis. They will give you the best advice.

[Bet117 NKF Ambassador in reply to newbie1956]

Endocrinologists and some Rheumatologists treat patients with Osteoporosis.

Prolia is well prescribed but not for everyone. Many side effects.

[nonna70]

I take XGeva which is a cousin to Prolia. Checking calcium levels is very important.

[orangecity41 NKF Ambassador in reply to nonna70]

Thanks will share this information with the person who asked me about CKD and Prolia.

[horsie63]

I'm on hemodialysis and got my first Prolia dose...it caused my Calcium and PTH to both be very high. I get the second dose Apr 30 so we'll see what that causes.

[Rollingstoner in reply to horsie63]

I have been taking Prolia for several years..GFR 30..my calcium and Pht are also high, my endocrinologist or nephrologists seem unconcerned. Should I be?

[orangecity41 NKF Ambassador in reply to Rollingstoner]

Good question.

[Superman89129]

I have osteoporosis and am also on dialysis. I went to see a doctor about the osteoporosis and felt they were pushing the Prolia to me. Plus I had concerns with some of the side effects. Then in 2024 the fda put a black box warning on Prolia . I have attached an article with more information.

medpagetoday.com/endocrinol...

Hope this information is helpful

[orangecity41 NKF Ambassador]

Thanking you very much for sharing information on FDA warning on hypocalcemia for people with CKD

[lowraind]

I had the choice between Fosomax and Prolia. I looked up the side effects and went with Fosomax.

[orangecity41 NKF Ambassador in reply to lowraind]

Nice are options for those with CKD if needed.