Bone Loss Injection Administration
The use of bone loss injections is a targeted treatment that stops bone-removing cells before they can reach and damage the bone. The most commonly prescribed medication is denosumab which is marketed as Prolia™
What is this service?
Once you receive your prescription from your GP or have it sent in by healthmail, visit your local LloydsPharmacy where we can both dispense and administer your prescribed Prolia® Injection for you.
What is the cost?
The cost for administration is €30
What does the injection treat?
The bone loss injection is used for the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal woman and in men at increased risk of fractures. It also is used for the treatment of bone loss associated with hormone ablation in men with prostate cancer at increased risk of fractures.
Please note: This medicine can only be obtained with a prescription.
Where is this service available?
This service is available in all of our LloydsPharmacy stores across Ireland.
Important Safety Information
Before receiving the injection, please consult the patient information leaflet (PIL)for advice on indications, precautions and potential side-effects.
For access to further information, please visit: Prolia | European Medicines Agency (europa.eu)
