Nurse and patients talking about cancerWhat to ask your doctor about bisphosphonates

Some questions you might ask your doctor

  • How will bisphosphonates help me?
  • Are there other choices of treatment in my case?
  • Will I take a tablet or have it as a drip?
  • Are bisphosphonates safe?
  • What are the benefits to me of taking bisphosphonates?
  • How long will I have bisphosphonates for?
  • What side effects might there be?
  • How long will side effects last?
  • Will there be long term side effects?
  • Is there anything that can help with side effects?
  • Who can I talk to if I am worried about side effects?