I have read many complaints on various blogs about joint and bone pain
and sleeplessness in those who take Arimidex. For those suffering joint
and bone pain from taking Arimidex, I have some news. My doctor(s)
recommend calcium and vitamin D supplements which have helped me
greatly and will probably help you. It seems Arimidex may inhibit your
ability to absorb Vitamin D and thus inhibits your body’s ability to
absorb calcium(?) Anyway, get your blood D levels tested and don’t be
surprised if they are low. Ask your doctor how much calcium and vitamin
D are right for you. Also, a moderate exercise program (swimming is
great) will help with sleep and muscle pain. I have been taking a
calcium supplement and about 200 percent of daily recommended D for
about 3 weeks and I already notice a difference. If you are taking
an aromatase inhibitor, it would be a bad idea to stop without talking
to your doctor about the vitamin D/calcium connection first.