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Brand Name : Evista
Generic Name : Raloxifene

Overview (Source: MedicineNet)
Estrogen is a hormone which among other actions, regulates the turnover (formation and destruction) of bone. Decreases in estrogen levels that are seen after menopause or after removal of the ovaries, lead to a loss of bone density and weakened bones, a condition called osteoporosis . Raloxifene decreases bone turnover and increases bone density although not to the same extent as estrogen itself. This makes bones stronger and prevents fractures in women with osteoporosis. Raloxifene is called a "selective estrogen receptor modulator" since it has effects like estrogen on some tissues but inhibits the effects of estrogen on other tissues. Raloxifene decreases low density lipoprotein (LDL or "bad") cholesterol in the blood; however, unlike estrogen, raloxifene does not increase high density lipoprotein (HDL or "good") cholesterol. ...
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Precautions (Source: MedLinePlus)
Before taking raloxifene, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to raloxifene or any other medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. Be sure to mention any of the following: anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as warfarin (Coumadin), cholestyramine (Questran), colestipol (Colestid), diazepam (Valium), diazoxide (Proglycem), medications that contain estrogen such as hormone replacement therapy (ERT or HRT), and lidocaine (Lidoderm, Xylocaine). Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects. tell your doctor if you have any type of cancer and if you have or have ever had breast lumps or breast cancer; heart failure; kidney disease; or liver disease. If you have ever taken estrogen, tell your doctor if your triglycerides increased during your treatment. you should not use raloxifene unless you have already undergone menopause and cannot become pregnant. However, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking raloxifene, call your doctor immediately. Raloxifene may harm the fetus. you should know that raloxifene has not been found to cause spotting or menstrual-like bleeding nor to increase the risk of cancer of the lining of the uterus. Tell your doctor if you develop vaginal bleedin ...
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Side Effects (Source: MedLinePlus)
Raloxifene may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: hot flashes (more common in the first 6 months of raloxifene therapy); leg cramps; swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs; flu-like syndrome; joint pain; sweating; difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of the symptoms mentioned in the IMPORTANT WARNING section, call your doctor immediately. Raloxifene may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms while you are taking this medication. If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online [at http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/index.html ] or by phone [1-800-332-1088]. ...
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Further Reading on raloxifene
  • Osteopenia - Overview ( WebMD )
    What is osteopenia ? Osteopenia refers to bone mineral density ( BMD ) that is lower than normal peak BMD but not low enough to be ...may be used for osteopenia include bisphosphonates, raloxifene , and...
  • Osteoporosis Guide - Overview ( WebMD )
    What is osteopenia ? Osteopenia refers to bone mineral density ( BMD ) that is lower than normal peak BMD but not low enough to be ...may be used for osteopenia include bisphosphonates, raloxifene , and...
  • Cancer Prevention Overview (PDQ®) - Cancer Prevention ( WebMD )
    The summaries in the cancer prevention section of PDQ address the prevention of specific types of cancer . Prevention is defined as ...estrogen receptor modulators (tamoxifen or raloxifene ) for up to 5...
  • Breast Cancer Prevention (PDQ®) - Description of Evidence ( WebMD )
    Screening for breast cancer decreases mortality by identifying and treating cases at an earlier ...option of taking tamoxifen or participating in the Study of Tamoxifen and Raloxifene (STAR), and 32%...
  • Hip Fracture - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    The goal of treatment for hip fractures is to allow you to do , without pain , most of the things you did before your fracture . The ...Fosamax) and zoledronic acid (Reclast); raloxifene (Evista); and...


  • Osteoporosis - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    The process of bone thinning ( osteoporosis ) is a natural part of aging . However , if you receive treatment early , you may be able ...protect against bone loss. These medicines include raloxifene ...
  • Breast Cancer Prevention (PDQ®) - Overview ( WebMD )
    Factors Associated with Increased Risk of Breast Cancer...estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs): Benefits Based on solid evidence for tamoxifen and fair evidence for raloxifene , treatment reduces the...
  • Breast Cancer ( WebMD )
    Breast cancer is cancer arising in breast tissue...should be carefully discussed with your health care provider prior to embarking on therapy. A second drug, raloxifene (Evista), which is now being used...
  • Bone Mineral Density ( WebMD )
    A bone mineral density ( BMD ) test measures the mineral density ( such as calcium ) in your bones using ...Actonel). After menopause, women can use hormone therapy and raloxifene (Evista) to increase bone...

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