RALOXIFENE

Overview

RALOXIFENE is a Schedule H1 drug.
Raloxifene affects the cycle of bone formation and breakdown in the body and reduces the loss of bone tissue. Raloxifene is used to treat or prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. Raloxifene is also used to reduce the risk of invasive breast cancer in postmenopausal women who have osteoporosis or who are otherwise at risk of invasive breast cancer.

Usage

RALOXIFENE is generally used to treat: Osteoporosis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Avoid sitting still for long periods of time during travel while you are taking raloxifene. This medication must not be used during pregnancy. It may harm an unborn baby. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor right away. It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Breast-feeding while using this medication is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Common Side-Effects

RALOXIFENE : Legs Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful)

Serious Side-Effects

RALOXIFENE : Stroke, BLOOD CLOT, Eyes Blurred Vision, Slurred Speech, Sudden Numbness Or Weakness On One Side Of Body, Chest Pain, Difficulty Breathing

Rare Side-Effects

RALOXIFENE : Skin Rash, Shortness Of Breath, Face Swelling, Body Itching, Head Headache

Disease Interactions

RALOXIFENE can interfere with: Thromboembolism, Congestive Heart Disease, Hyperlipidemia, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

RALOXIFENE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIC AGENTS / ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with RALOXIFENE as Ingredient

BONEBAY 60MG TABRALOXIFENE 60.0 MG
CEOST 60MG TABRALOXIFENE 60.0 MG
ESSERM 60MG TABRALOXIFENE 60.0 MG
ESTROACT 60MG TABRALOXIFENE 60.0 MG
EVOMATE 60MG TABRALOXIFENE 60.0 MG
FEMORAL 60MG TABRALOXIFENE 60.0 MG
OSRAL 60MG TABRALOXIFENE 60.0 MG
POSMO 60MG TABRALOXIFENE 60.0 MG
RALISTA 60MG TABRALOXIFENE 60.0 MG
RALOCIUM TABRALOXIFENE 60 MG
RALOFEN 60MG TABRALOXIFENE 60.0 MG
RALOSTO 60MG TABRALOXIFENE 60.0 MG
RALOTAB 60MG TABRALOXIFENE 60.0 MG
RONAL 60MG TABRALOXIFENE 60.0 MG