Raloxifene

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Raloxifene Drug Index

Raloxifene, sold under the brand name Evista among others, is a medication used to prevent and treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and those on glucocorticoids.[4] For osteoporosis it is less preferred than bisphosphonates.[4] It is also used to reduce the risk of breast cancer in those at high risk.[4] It is taken by mouth.[4] Common side effects include hot flashes, leg cramps, swelling, and joint pain.[4&#93...

Evista Raloxifene

Raloxifene, sold under the brand name Evista among others, is a medication used to prevent and treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and those on glucocorticoids.[4] For osteoporosis it is less preferred than bisphosphonates.[4] It is also used to reduce the risk of breast cancer in those at high risk.[4] It is taken by mouth.[4] Common side effects include hot flashes, leg cramps, swelling, and joint pain.[4&#93...

Evista prescribed for Osteoporosis is Ralista its equivalent? ## Yes, it's just another name brand for Raloxifene, so they are the same. This is an SERM class medication that's used prevent Osteoporosis Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments?

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Approximately 5 hours after taking 1 tab of evista, severe vomiting and diarrhea developed lasting almost 4hrs....this was the second time..Prior to this, I have had no GI problems except getting a bacterial infection 6yrs ago in a Caribbean resort in D.R. Has anyone had any of these side effects from taking evista? Any info on this topic? Thanks! ## Evista contains the active ingredient Raloxifene, it is used to treat or prevent Osteoporosis and yes, what you've described can be common side effects of this medication. Have you spoken to your doctor about it? If they are that severe, this may not be the right medication for you to use and you may need to try something else.

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little white oval tablet with lilly 4165 printed on it. ## found it in my home would like to know the purpose of it is ## I, too, found a Lilly 4165 in my office. What is it? ## found drug in bathroom at work what is it for ## Raloxifen - 60mg, usually used to treat breast cancer, it blocks the effects of estrogen on breast tissue and/or other tissues with estrogen receptors. Belongs to a group of drugs called SERMs; Select Estrogen Receptor Modulators. But by modulate they really mean it antagonizes the receptor site. ## That is correct, this is 60mgs of Raloxifene, a generic for Evista. It does have other uses, though, one of which is to help prevent Osteoperosis. Some of the most common side effects include: nausea, hot flashes, leg cramps and blood clots. You can read more about thi...

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Evista is prescribed for osteoporisis is Pivasta its equivalent? ## Hi Stephen, The general answer to your question is no, as Pivasta is a completely different drug than Evista. However I did locate one article suggesting that Pivasta's uses in hypercholesterolemia may have a beneficial effect on those with osteoporosis: mendeley.com/research/shortterm-effects-pitavastatin-biochemical-markers-bone-turnover-patients-hypercholesterolemia I would not however consider Pivasta as an alternative option for Evista (at least until further studies have been established). Evista (Raloxifene) is indicated for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. Pivasta (Pitavastatin) is used together with lifestyle changes (diet, weight-loss, exercise) to reduce the amount of ...

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prevention osteoporosis ## medical prescriptio for preventio of osteoporosis post menopausia

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NDC 0093-7290 NDC Database

Raloxifene Hydrochloride 60 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Inc ## Markings: 7290;93 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 0093-7290-01, 0093-7290-10, 0093-7290-56 ## Active Ingredients: Raloxifene Hydrochloride

NDC 0179-0151 NDC Database

Raloxifene Hydrochloride 60 mg Oral Tablet by Kaiser Foundation Hospitals ## Markings: 4810 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 0179-0151-70 ## Active Ingredients: Raloxifene Hydrochloride

NDC 0179-0212 NDC Database

Raloxifene Hydrochloride 60 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated by Kaiser Foundation Hospitals ## Markings: X;57 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 0179-0212-70 ## Active Ingredients: Raloxifene Hydrochloride

NDC 0179-0220 NDC Database

Raloxifene Hydrochloride 60 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated by Kaiser Foundation Hospitals ## Markings: AN057 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 0179-0220-70 ## Active Ingredients: Raloxifene Hydrochloride

NDC 0440-5295 NDC Database

Raloxifene Hydrochloride 60 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated by Liberty Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ## Markings: IG;256 ## Shape: Round ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 0440-5295-01, 0440-5295-05, 0440-5295-30, 0440-5295-60, 0440-5295-81, 0440-5295-90 ## Active Ingredients: Raloxifene Hydrochloride

NDC 0591-2367 NDC Database

Raloxifene 60 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated by Actavis Pharma, Inc. ## Markings: WPI ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 0591-2367-01, 0591-2367-10, 0591-2367-30 ## Active Ingredients: Raloxifene Hydrochloride

NDC 0904-6902 NDC Database

Raloxifene Hydrochloride 60 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated by Major Pharmaceuticals ## Markings: SG;306 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 0904-6902-04 ## Active Ingredients: Raloxifene Hydrochloride

NDC 16714-213 NDC Database

Raloxifene Hydrochloride 60 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated by Northstar Rx LLC ## Package Codes: 16714-213-01, 16714-213-02, 16714-213-03 ## Active Ingredients: Raloxifene Hydrochloride

NDC 31722-256 NDC Database

Raloxifene Hydrochloride 60 mg Oral Tablet by Camber Pharmaceuticals Inc ## Markings: IG;256 ## Shape: Round ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 31722-256-01, 31722-256-10, 31722-256-30 ## Active Ingredients: Raloxifene Hydrochloride

NDC 42291-726 NDC Database

Raloxifene Hydrochloride 60 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated by Avkare, Inc. ## Markings: 7290;93 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 42291-726-10, 42291-726-90 ## Active Ingredients: Raloxifene Hydrochloride

NDC 43353-253 NDC Database

Raloxifene Hydrochloride 60 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated by Aphena Pharma Solutions - Tennessee, LLC ## Markings: X;57 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 43353-253-60 ## Active Ingredients: Raloxifene Hydrochloride

NDC 43598-505 NDC Database

Raloxifene Hydrochloride 60 mg Oral Tablet, Film Coated by Dr.reddy’s Laboratories Inc ## Markings: SG;306 ## Shape: Oval ## Color: White ## Package Codes: 43598-505-01, 43598-505-10, 43598-505-30 ## Active Ingredients: Raloxifene Hydrochloride

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