Most commonly, people report flu-like symptoms and mild fever. This may occur when the Pamidronate is commenced and may last for approximately 48 hours.
Some people also report an increase in bone pain soon after commencing the Pamidronate.
Other side effects that may occur include pain and redness at the injection site, feeling nauseated, eye irritation, headache, tender or painful veins, or a rash affecting the hands, face, lips or throat. These side effects should reported to the nursing staff in hospital.
A rare side effect to Pamidronate is osteonecrosis of the jaw, which is a breakdown of the jaw bone. This is a very serious side effect and it is important that you advise your Dr if you notice any of the following:
• Pain, numbness or heaviness of the jaw
• Loosening of the teeth
• Poor healing of the gums
• Pain, swelling or infection of the gums.
It is best to avoid non-emergency dental procedures for six weeks after the Pamidronate infusion as dental surgery is thought to increase the rare risk of osteonecrosis happening.
It is recommended that you take calcium supplements for one month after each Pamidronate infusion as the infusion can occasionally lower the body’s calcium level in the bloodstream.
It is important that you advise your Dr of any other medications that you are taking prior to undergoing a Pamidronate infusion.
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