Brand Name: Evista
Generic Name: Raloxifene

What is Evista?
Evista is a drug that is prescribed to treat those who suffer from osteoporosis.  Osteoporosis is a disease that occurs in some women, usually after menopause, which causes the bones to become brittle.  Later in life it can be indirectly very life threatening.  It is very common for an older person to break their hip and then develop other ailments as a result of the surgery, recovery process, and extended period of inactivity.  Osteoporosis is a major cause of broken hips (and other bones) among the elderly.  Some of the individuals at a higher risk for osteoporosis are Orientals, very thin people, those who get menopause early, smokers, alcoholics, the calcium deficient, the inactive, or those with a genetic predisposition to the disease. 

How To Take Evista:
You should take Evista once per day and the time of day that you take it does not matter..  Evista does not mix well with alcohol or tobacco.

What are the side effects of Evista?
All drugs have side effects and Evista is no exception.  It is important to be aware of the side effects of a drug before you commit to taking it every day in order to understand the potential risks that you might be taking.  Side effects are always listed as potential because not everyone will experience them. 

• Breast Pain
• Bronchitis
• Chest Pain
• Depression
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Fever
• Flu Symptoms
• Gas
• Gynecological Problems
• Headache
• Hot Flashes
• Increased Cough
• Indigestion
• Infection
• Insomnia
• Joint pain
• Leg cramps
• Muscle ache
• Nasal inflammation
• Nausea
• Rash
• Sinusitis
• Sore throat
• Stomach and intestinal problems
• Sweating
• Swelling
• Tendon soreness
• Uterine discharge
• Urinary tract infection
• Vomiting
• Weight gain

Some other side effects that are not as likely are:

• Decreased sense of touch
• Fainting
• Laryngitis
• Migraine headaches
• Neuralgia (Nerve pain)
• Conjunctivitis (Pinkeye)
• Pneumonia
• Urinary disorders
• Varicose veins
• Vaginal bleeding

Evista does have one more side effect that is actually very positive.  Evista lowers your bad (LDL) cholesterol levels.  Many people, as they get older, begin to have problems with their cholesterol getting too high.  Evista helps to take away the high cholesterol levels and decrease the risks that are associated with too much bad cholesterol.
Warnings and precautions before taking Evista:

• Do not take Evista if you are, or could become, pregnant
• Women who have a history of blood clot formation should not take Evista as it increases the risk of clots.
• Avoid taking Evista if it gives you an allergic reaction
• Do not take Evista with estrogen hormones
• Avoid taking Evista if you have congestive heart failure or a liver condition
• Do not mix Evista with any of the following drugs: Cholestyramine, Clofibrate, Diazepam, Diazoxide, Ibuprofen, Indomethacin, Naproxen, or Warfarin

What to do if you take Overdose of Evista

Though there have not been any instances of overdose it should be clear that taking too much of any drug can put a person at risk for serious injury or death.  Never take more than the recommended dosage.  If you do accidentally take more than the recommended dosage, contact your doctor and seek medical attention immediately.

How to Store Evista:

Store Evista at room temperature.  It should be noted that it is always a good practice to store drugs and medication in a spot that is outside the reach of children.

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