Aclasta (zolendronate) infusions are a recognised form of treatment for those with osteoporosis.
With the aim to increase bone density, they can considerably reduce the chances of fractures, and also reduce pain for those with bone disease.
Zoledronate is given via a drip in your arm, and will take between 15 and 30 minutes.
There are some effects of the procedure, commonly some flu like symptoms in 30% of people for a few days.
For those with kidney damage, it can impact on your kidney function and is not often given to those with kidneys not working well
There are some other rare effects on teeth, your upper leg bones and eyes.
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