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Evista: Drug Information For Patient

 

Evista Indications


Evista is typically used to control the effects of osteoporosis on postmenopausal women. Evista is not effective at reducing certain other symptoms of menopause such as hot flushes due to its selective nature.

Evista How It Works


Evista contains an active ingredient named raloxifene which is a type of selective oestrogen modulator. Usually declining levels of oestrogen result in declined bone structure, raloxifene works by stimulating the receptors in the bone and increasing bone strength and density. Usually these receptors are stimulated by oestrogen but at the menopause oestrogen levels decrease and Evista replaces it.

Evista Contraindications


Women should not take Evista if they have a blood clot in the leg, eye or lungs and have a history of such conditions. If you have any cancer of the womb then this drug should not be taken, you also should not use this drug if you have any liver or kidney problems. If you have any history of jaundice or vaginal bleeding you should not take Evista. It should also be noted that Evista contains lactose so people who are lactose intolerant should not use it.

Evista Interactions With Other Drugs


Studies have yet to be carried out on how Evista affects other oestrogen containing drugs so it is not recommended that you take Evista in combination with drugs that contain oestrogen. Although vaginal oestrogens can be used safely. Evista may also affect anti-coagulant medicines, women taking any anti-coagulants while using Evista should regularly check their blood clotting time

Evista Side Effects


If you suffer any allergic reaction to Evista you should consult a doctor immediately. Various side effects may occur when taking Evista depending on circumstances as medicines affect people in different ways. Side effects could include: various flu like symptoms, headache, sweating, runny nose, rise in blood pressure and DVT.

Evista Precautions


Women at risk of developing blood clots in the veins because they have a family history should use caution before taking Evista. Women that have suffered from a stroke or mini-stroke, those who have an irregular heartbeat and women who are being treated for breast cancer should also use caution.

Evista Pregnancy And Breastfeeding


Evista should not be taken during pregnancy because it may be harmful to the developing foetus, if you become pregnant while taking this drug you must consult a doctor immediately. It is also not recommended that you use Evista while you are breastfeeding due to the risk to the baby.


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