Zolendronic infusion

[2poodles]

Hi does anyone have any experience with Zolendronic infusion? Its been suggested by my rheumatologist. Thank you.

[Albionrfx]

Hi 2poodles,

I have had two zolendronate infusions so far and it has done its job. It has rebalance my bone activities as in the osteoblasts and the osteoclasts…The calcium tablets helps as well to stabilise my osteoporosis which had a T-score of minus 3.

I didn’t experience much side-effects apart from feeling tired and a bit sleepy after. So it was a good excuse to get back to bed and have a rest and a quiet time 🤣

I hope my experience answers your question !

Wishing you well,

Warm regards,

MLT

[2poodles in reply to Albionrfx]

Hi thank you for your response its good to hear about people's experiences 😊 it will help me to make an informed decision. I'm not sure my dogs would be impressed if I went back to bed😂

[MyBoyBenny8 in reply to Albionrfx]

I have had 3 Zolendronic annual infusions and they helped tremendously. Now living in France and no treatment yet and conditions have definitely worsened. Waiting for specialist treatment. Hoping that I can go back on the infusions.

[2poodles in reply to MyBoyBenny8]

Hi thank you for your response, I'm pleased the infusions have helped you, I hope you can manage to continue your treatment in France.

[Marg75]

Yes I have been on it since chemo, it is time limited! I used to get hot at night but this seems to have lessened, other than that I have no side effects.

[2poodles in reply to Marg75]

Hi thank you for your response, its good to hear that you have no real side effects.

[InspireMe67]

Had my 1st Reclast IV in March. No side effects except fatigue. Did well! Even though my Rheumy didn’t give me prep instructions, I found great tips to take Claritin and Tylenol prior to IV, day of, and couple days after. Also, increase Calcium and Vitamin D 3 as well as staying hydrated. I asked nurse for slow IV so took 30 minutes. Best wishes.

[2poodles in reply to InspireMe67]

Hi thank you for your response. Its good to see so many people are positive about the infusion.

[Crawldad]

Had my first infusion in June. Scheduled go every 6 months. Doctor has prescribed half dose. I had no problems. This is my follow up drug after 12 months of evenity shots every 38 days. No problem with evenity either. I did not get the wow factor that some get as far a bone density with shots. Good news it stopped repeated multiple fractures.

Would have like increased bone density but did not happen.

I do have a poor history with allergies to drugs and side effects. But did well with above. Oral medicines were a problem.

Best to you.