skip to main content

brainstorm askiatroX medicines

simulations beta

loading page…

learn & practise

exams international doctors free questions Socratic Tutor rounds stat clinical connections academy journal tool guides

clinical reference

askiatroX knowledge centre medicines UK / NICE guidance international guidance calculators q&a library

trust & support

how it works methodology account & support frequently asked questions about us clinical safety consultancy

legal

mobile app · scan to download

Medicines denosumabQuestion & answer

denosumab · Medicine question

What are the most common side effects of Prolia (denosumab)?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

The answer

Answer

The most common side effects of Prolia (denosumab), seen in more than one patient in ten, are musculoskeletal pain and pain in the extremities.

Sources for this answer

Prolia 60 mg solution for injection in pre-filled syringeAmgen Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.8 Undesirable effects · Version 37Document updated 5 March 2026

Sources checked 8 November 2026

Explore this learning need in CPDTake this topic to CPD, then choose your learning context and available question library.

The full medicine guide

More questions about denosumab

Does Prolia (denosumab) affect the ability to drive or use machines?How much sorbitol does Prolia (denosumab) solution for injection contain per mL?Is Prolia (denosumab) recommended during pregnancy?What are the contraindications to Prolia (denosumab)?What conditions is Prolia (denosumab) indicated to treat?Where on the body is Prolia (denosumab) injected, and by which route?

denosumab

Read the wider context, including uses, precautions and the sources behind this medicine guide.

Read the denosumab guide

More clinical questions?

Explore the tools and reference material available on iatroX.

Explore askiatroX