Risedronate
prevention of osteoporosis
"Took first pill morning of Oct 4, 2016 & that night went to turn over in bed & felt the most excruciating pain in my lower back radiating through my chest that it took my breath away.  In tears, went to my regular dr who prescribed muscle relaxers & home from work for 2 days.  I also experienced flu-like symptoms, a recurrence of my acid reflux, tiredness, increased insomnia & just felt lousy.  Reluctantly took the 2nd dose in Nov, didn't experience the back pain (but still have episodes of that back spasm but very slight) but did experience all the other side effects. I'm so done with this med and now my gyno wants me to take Prolia.  Reading forums and it's side effects, I am scared to death especially since it's a six-month dosage!"