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Dose Prolia Cause Any Side Effects?
I just had a dexa scan and my osteoporosis is -3. Took Fosamax for some years until jaw pain came on. So, stopped Fosamax and my dr. suggested prolia inj. and I am afraid of the side effects especially as it is a relatively new drug. What is your opinion of prolia?
Thu, 20 Feb 2020
Hi,
A score of -3 on dexa scan is suggestive of osteoporosis (thinning of the bones). Prolia is a monoclonal antibody commonly prescribed to treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and osteoporosis in men who have high risk of bone fracture. Its common side effects include diarrhea or constipation, decreased calcium and phosphorous levels, infections (respiratory, ear, cellulitis), allergic rash, and very rarely osteonecrosis of the jaw. It may be taken under the supervision of your treating doctor and if you develop any side effect that must be reported to him.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician
A score of -3 on dexa scan is suggestive of osteoporosis (thinning of the bones). Prolia is a monoclonal antibody commonly prescribed to treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and osteoporosis in men who have high risk of bone fracture. Its common side effects include diarrhea or constipation, decreased calcium and phosphorous levels, infections (respiratory, ear, cellulitis), allergic rash, and very rarely osteonecrosis of the jaw. It may be taken under the supervision of your treating doctor and if you develop any side effect that must be reported to him.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician
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