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| Generic Name:
Raloxifene
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| Drug Class:
Selective Estrogen-Receptor Modifiers (SERMs)
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This medicine is a white, elliptical, film-coated tablet imprinted with "Lilly 4165".
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| Description |
Evista(Raloxifene) is used to prevent and treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in women after menopause. Maintaining strong bones by slowing
bone loss helps to reduce the risk of fractures.
This drug is different from hormones (including estrogens and progestins). It works by acting like estrogen (as a selective estrogen
receptor modulator or SERM) in some parts of the body. Evista(Raloxifene) helps to preserve bone mass, but it does not affect the breast and
uterus like estrogen or relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes.
Evista(Raloxifene) medication is not recommended for use in women before menopause. It should not be used in children.
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| Proper
Use |
Take Evista(Raloxifene) by mouth usually once a day, with or without food, or as directed by your doctor. Use this medication
regularly to get the most benefit from it. Remember to use it at the same time each day.
Be sure to include adequate amounts of calcium and vitamin D in your diet. Consult your doctor or pharmacist to see if you need to
take calcium/vitamin D supplements.
Evista(Raloxifene) comes with a patient information leaflet. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist any questions you may have.
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| Side
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Hot flashes, sweating, or leg cramps may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Evista(Raloxifene) may infrequently cause serious blood clots to form in the legs, lungs, or eyes. Tell your doctor immediately if any of
these unlikely but serious side effects occur: leg swelling/pain, trouble breathing, chest pain, vision changes.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
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| Precautions |
Before taking Evista(Raloxifene), tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it, or if you have any other allergies.
Evista(Raloxifene) should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or
pharmacist if you have: active or past history of blood clots (e.g., deep venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, retinal vein
thrombosis).
Lack of movement may increase the risk for blood clots. Your doctor will instruct you to stop taking Evista(Raloxifene) at least 3 days
before surgery or during long periods of inactivity (e.g., bedrest). Do not start taking Evista(Raloxifene) until you are routinely and
actively moving again. During long periods of travel, walk or move periodically to keep the blood flowing through your body.
Before using Evista(Raloxifene), tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease, congestive heart
failure, cancer, high blood cholesterol levels, history of high blood fat (triglyceride) levels due to estrogen treatment.
This medication must not be used during pregnancy because it may cause fetal harm. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant,
inform your doctor immediately.
It is not known whether Evista(Raloxifene) passes into breast milk. Breast-feeding while using this medication is not recommended.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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| Drug
Interactions |
Evista(Raloxifene) should not be used with the following medication because very serious interactions may occur: cholestyramine
(or other anion-exchange resins).
If you are currently using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting Evista(Raloxifene).
Before using Evista(Raloxifene), tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use,
especially of: diazepam, diazoxide, estrogens, lidocaine, warfarin.
Evista(Raloxifene) can affect the results of certain lab tests. Make sure laboratory personnel and your doctors know you use this drug.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the
US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.
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If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume
your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
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| Storage |
Store the US product at room temperature between 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Brief
storage between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted. Do not store in the bathroom.
Store the Canadian product at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not
store in the bathroom.
Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
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| Disclaimer |
| The above
information is intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist
or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed
to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate,
or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional
before using this drug. |
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All prescriptions dispensed by:
AGAR Pharmacy Ltd.
2400 Canoe Ave.
Coquitlam, BC V3K 6C2
Canada
Pharmacy manager
Yasina Ismaily
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