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01-08-2009, 07:49 PM | #11 | |||
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I WAS taking Actonel for osteoporosis, but I found it gave me morning sickness. I'd wake up about 4:30-5:00am and I'd vomit over and over. I finally stopped taking them. The vomiting has since stopped, but I haven't been game to tell my doctor yet.
I broke 6 bones in 5 years, and that's not counting earlier fractures, so I daresay I'm in the same boat as you Maryann. I wish there was something out there that would stop me breaking bones, but which was gentle on my stomach. I even vomited blood a few weeks ago, and I think it was related to this osteo medication. Either that or I've given myself an ulcer! Edit: My Vit D level was low and my neuro put me on a supplement, but I do take nexium and an anti-epilepsy medication for chronic nerve pain.
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01-08-2009, 08:03 PM | #12 | |||
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I sure wish I could say it felt good knowing that I'm not alone in battling this nasty bone disease, but I'm really sorry you are suffering too, Anne! So, if we rob Peter to pay Paul, then Peter gets sick!!!! My brain hurts. I have an appt w/my Rheumy in Feb, but may bump it up. I just want to be armed w/as much info on all these drugs as I can be before seeing him or making any decisions. Another great thing about NT; there is always someone (or many) willing to help.
Hope you feel better soon, Anne!
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01-08-2009, 08:11 PM | #13 | |||
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Thank you DM.
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01-12-2009, 09:29 PM | #14 | |||
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Well, I got my labwork back and understand alot of it, but am confused about the following: 25 Hydroxy D2 <4.0
25 Hydroxy D3 and total 25 Hydroxy were both w/in normal ranges. I don't see where B12 levels were done, but TSH, creatinen, BUN, Alk Phos, Calcium, GFR, etc etc were ok. So, now I decide what is the lesser of the evils to take. Reclast is in the same class as Boniva and you were so right about those, mrsD. Thank you for all the info, I just wish I knew what to do and know I sound like a broken record. The Rheumy will lean towards Forteo, but I am really afraid of the side effects. Those lab mice didn't have a chance. Am I being too sensitive?
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01-13-2009, 09:12 AM | #15 | |||
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Check this out:
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/579457 you may have to join to read it...but that is free and easy. Quote:
http://www.algaecal.com/strontium.html D2 is the storage form of Vit D. D3 is the active form. This PubMed article compares treatments: Quote:
I'd get that Vit D up and try the strontium containing supplements. They are becoming more common now. Low Vit D levels cause a secondary hyperparathyroidism. read more here: http://www.parathyroid.com/low-vitamin-d.htm
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01-13-2009, 10:33 AM | #16 | |||
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Again~ Thank you mrsD. I am going to do some homework today on the Strontium. I take 400IU of VitD-3 plus a Women's multivit and calcium 2 X's a day. Wonder what a good amt of Vit D would be?? There are so many diff types of Calcium out there too.
I appreciate the links you've provided and the time you put into helping me and so many others here. Now, I at least feel better armed when I see my Dr in Feb. I'm kissing the Forteo goodbye for now. I need to feel comfortable taking it and not worrying every day if every little ache and pain is from it. You ROCK mrsD... hugs from me to you.
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01-13-2009, 12:18 PM | #17 | |||
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DM, I thank you for this thread. I am not on osteo meds yet but since my mom has it I know I should be tested and soon. The info on reflux meds and osteo meds are interesting to say the least and kind of makes me mad. You have one thing that is affected by another. Ugh, I am praying you find something that works for you.
Wiz, I didn't know there was a drug for osteopenia. I'll bring that up at Jim's next doctor visit. As always, MrsD, you rock!
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01-13-2009, 04:43 PM | #18 | |||
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This is the D3 I take.
http://www.iherb.com/ProductDetails.aspx?pid=8229&at=0 I use 2000IU when spring comes and I am outside more. I use 4000IU during winter, like now. I don't use any starting in late June when I am outside ALOT, and I restart it in late Sept. at the 2000IU level until Nov. I think liqui-gels are the best, since Vit D is fat soluble. I am not really in favor of dry D3. Unless you take it with an oil or fatty meal. Even then? no guarantees.
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