Raloxifene

Raloxifene is the active substance of an anti-osteoporosis medicine known commercially as Evista.

This oral medication is indicated for the treatment of osteoporosis, its action is to increase bone density and lower cholesterol levels in the body.

Indications of Raloxifene

Prevention of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.

Price of Raloxifene

The 60 mg box of Raloxifene containing 14 tablets costs approximately 100 reais and the 60 mg carton containing 30 tablets costs 213 reais.

Side Effects of Raloxifene

Leg cramps; heat waves.

Contraindications of Raloxifene

Pregnancy risk X; breast-feeding; history of venous thromboembolic events (including deep venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and retinal vein thrombosis); women of childbearing age (the product is intended for postmenopausal women only).

How to use Raloxifene

Oral use

Adults

• 60 mg once daily.