Last week I received a letter from my GP stating that current research suggests that women who were pre-menopausal prior to treatment for bc and are now on Arimidex, should, (in addition to Calcium & vit D tabs & 2 yearly bone density scans) be offered Alendronic acid (a bisphosphonate also known as Fosamax or Fosamax once weekly). I'm delighted my GP is so proactive but wonder about others experience with this drug. The once a week option seems preferable - not sure I'd remember not to sit down! I do know that there are some people with bone secondries who take this drug. I'd be very keen to know about any side-effects before I say yes. (I do not have any bone mets I'm aware of at the moment).
Have you had a bone density scan? This is usually indicative of whether you need Fosamax or not. I had one before I started Arimidex and was on the upper limit of normal. Personally I think exercise including weight lifting is a good option.
Hi Sarah, My sister has also just started on arimidex, she is 36, following oophorectomy. she was advised to take vit d and calcium supplements. I am very interested to hear your thread. I think i have read that some of the women in America take these but will look into it further. Interesting!! Going through the menopause so young can obviously cause many problems. Keep us updated, and you must have a great GP. Best wishes Claire
Hi all, My mum is on arimidex. are there any other meds she should be on if she is taking it.
My mum is in her mid 60's suffers from severe arthritis and Asthma as well as being Diabetic. We have 6 weeks to see if the tumour has reduced in size.
She was Diagnosed on 20th Aug,and as yet she has not looked at her pink Pack. we dont say the "C" word and she doesnt want to talk about it, This is her way of Coping, but me im just full of questions.