Let's take a minute to talk about your medication.

This is Tymlos.  It helps to strengthen bones that are weak from conditions like osteoporosis.

Tymlos is given as an injection with a very small needle under the skin. Before giving a dose at home, you should demonstrate an injection to your doctor or pharmacist, so you feel confident. Read the Instructions for Use for complete information on how to administer your dose. If you still have questions, your doctor or pharmacist can help.

Most people tolerate this medicine well.  Common side effects include a headache, nausea, a fast heartbeat or stomach pain.  These are normal if they are mild and should go away.  You may also feel dizzy or tired.  You should wait until you know how this medicine affects you before doing activities that require you to be alert, like driving.  

As with any medicine, more serious side effects can occur.  With Tymlos, these include a decrease in blood pressure when you change positions, like going from sitting to standing. This usually goes away within a few hours. Take your injection in a place where you can sit or lie down in case you do feel dizzy or lightheaded. Also, this medicine may increase your risk of bone cancer. To help keep this medicine safe for you, your doctor will follow your condition closely and may order blood tests. You should read the Medication guide to know what symptoms to watch for and when to report them.

Tymlos can interact with other medicines. You should always check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other medicines.

Women should not take this medicine if they are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.  Also, women should not breastfeed while taking this medicine.

For best results, plan for refills.  Also, follow your doctor's advice for diet and exercise that can help with your condition.