Osteoprosis...multiple fractures..15 years on Fosamax..torn between Forteo and Reclast..Suggestions?
Separate question was entered re 2 surgeries (2006, 2007) for broken femur and home ultrasound treatment for yet unfused bone. Do "water therapy" 5-6 days per week.
Hi Mickey, sorry to hear you have had such a hard time for the past couple of years. This link will provide you with info about the available drugs used to treat osteo. It doesn't say much about forteo, but does talk about reclast. Have you talked to your dr. about other options or what he thingks is the best next step?
http://www.healthcentral.com/osteoporosis/c/73/13598/reclast-acid
There is another option that is a natural supplement that has shown in test to improve both density and reduction of fractures. The supplement is called strontium citrate and can be ordered online
This link will provide info about the prescription from of strontium citrate..Protelos, which is used in Europe and many other countries to treat osteo. The article gives a very informative look at strontium, but here in the States we take 680 mg. a day in capsule form, not a powder mixed with water. It covers everything from what it does, how it does it and side effect to look for.
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Hope these link will provide you with the information your are looking for..take care..phyllis
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Mickey
Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 03:39 PM
Thanks for your respose. No...I have not heard of strontium citrate. Initially, my primary care suggested Forteo but also said I could consider Reclast. I'm weighing all options!