stifling-characterized by oppressive heat and humidity; the summer was sultry and oppressive; the stifling atmosphere; the sulfurous atmosphere preceding a thunderstorm.. suffocating, close, oppressive, airless, sticky, muggy The stifling heat of the little room was beginning to make me nauseous.
There is a new injectable prescription drug (Prolia/denosumab) that has been working wonders on some people. However, Prolia cost in 2012 is about $1,650 a year for two injections so it can be expensive. Because this is a new treatment, a lot of insurance companies will not cover it. Right now, most people with osteoporosis take pills every day to help fight against bone loss and build new bone.
â¢ Prolia is an injection that will be given to you by a healthcare professional. Prolia is injected under your skin (subcutaneous). â¢ You will receive Prolia 1 time every 6 months. â¢ You should take calcium and vitamin D as your doctor tells you to while you. receive Prolia. â¢ If you miss a dose of Prolia, you should receive your injection as soon as you. can.