Evista 60mg (Raloxifene) - Generic Equivalent (Raloxifene)

CHEMICAL NAME Raloxifene (ra-LOK-sih-feen)

Evista (Raloxifene) is a medication used to treat and prevent bone loss or osteoporosis post menopause. This works by slowing down the bone loss to help you to maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones and fractures. It is also used in treatment of breast cancer or lowers the risk of developing breast cancer post menopause.

Raloxifene belongs to a class of drugs called as Selective estrogen receptor modulator or SERM. The medication must never be used before menopause. 

It is not an estrogen hormone but imitates the same in some parts of the body. In the uterus and breasts, the same assumes the role of estrogen blocker.

Common side effects of using Evista (Raloxifene) includes - hot flashes or leg cramps.

However, much serious side effects may include - 

• Signs of blood clot
• Sudden pain or swelling
• Redness or warmth in leg or arms
• Chest pain
• Trouble breathing
• Sudden change in vision
• Blurred vision
• Signs of stroke
• Weakness on one side of body
• Trouble speaking and confusion

Do not use the Evista (Raloxifene) if you are allergic to it or if you have certain health issues like - blood clots, stroke, mini stroke, heart issues, blocked vessels, heart attack, high cholesterol levels, atrial fibrillation, kidney or liver issues, heart failure, cancers, high blood fat, etc.

Before you start using Evista (Raloxifene) talk to your doctor about your medical condition and about the existing medications that you are taking especially the herbal medication or Over the counter drugs. Avoid taking the medication if you are using colestipol, cholestyramine, acid-binding resins.