have you been treated for osteoporosis?

[Transplant2018]

As predicted following several years on prednisone, my most recent DEXA shows that I now have osteoporosis. There appear to be a variety of treatment options - different meds and different administrations (oral, injection) - which I will discuss with my nephrologist. If you are being treated for osteoporosis, would you please tell me which med you take and your experience in terms of side effects. Thanks!

[blackkat2]

Hi, I've been on alendronate once a week for a couple years. No known side effect so far. I had my transplant in 2018 and my dr. took me off prednisone before the end of that year. Even so, I developed osteoporosis (I also have parathyroid issues).

[WYOAnne NKF Ambassador]

I have been taking alendronate (Fosamax) once a week. I have no side effects and does not affect my kidney function. I have been taking it for over 2 years.