What is the best time of day to take Evista?

What is the best time of day to take Evista?

You can take raloxifene at whatever time of day you find easiest to remember but try to take your doses at the same time of day, each day. This will help you to remember to take your doses regularly. You can take the tablet either before or after a meal. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember.

How long should you be on Evista?

In the STAR trial, women took Evista for 5 years. Depending on your unique situation, your doctor may recommend that you take Evista for a longer or shorter amount of time.

Does Evista make you gain weight?

Does raloxifene (Evista) cause weight gain? In a study of postmenopausal women taking raloxifene (Evista) for the prevention of osteoporosis, 9% of women experienced weight gain. It’s important to note that hormonal changes in the body during menopause and other factors can also contribute to weight gain.

What is a serious adverse effect that may occur with use of raloxifene?

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: leg swelling/pain, trouble breathing, chest pain, sudden vision changes, severe headache, weakness on one side of the body, confusion. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.

Does raloxifene cause weight gain?

Raloxifene is associated with significantly less vaginal discharge and severe hot flashes than tamoxifen in women with early breast cancer. Although weight gain of >10 pounds may also occur less frequently on this drug, this may be confounded by the shorter average duration of raloxifene therapy.

What are the side effects of taking Evista?

103 The most common side effects of EVISTA are hot flashes, leg cramps, swelling of the feet, 104 ankles, and legs, flu syndrome, joint pain, and sweating. Hot flashes are more common during 105 the first 6 months after starting treatment.

How common are Evista side effects?

Common adverse reactions considered to be related to EVISTA therapy were hot flashes and leg cramps. Hot flashes occurred in about one in 10 patients on EVISTA and were most commonly reported during the first 6 months of treatment and were not different from placebo thereafter.

What tier drug is Evista?

Medicare prescription drug plans typically list raloxifene on Tier 2 of their formulary.

Can Evista cause insomnia?

It’s possible for raloxifene (Evista) to cause insomnia — an inability to fall asleep, stay asleep or both. However, in studies, women who took raloxifene for osteoporosis were less likely to report insomnia than those who took a placebo.

Can Evista be used to treat breast cancer?

It 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. Evista is not a cancer medication and will not treat breast cancer.

Where can I get a voucher for Evista?

Eli Lilly and Company, the company that makes Evista, sometimes offers vouchers for Evista on the medicine’s website. You can also read the Breastcancer.org Paying for Your Care section for information on additional types of financial assistance and cost-lowering tips.

What is the recommended dosage for Evista (Raloxifene hydrochloride)?

Last updated on Dec 9, 2019. The recommended dosage is one 60 mg EVISTA (raloxifene hydrochloride tablets) tablet daily, which may be administered any time of day without regard to meals [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )].

What should I avoid while taking Evista?

Avoid sitting still for long periods of time during travel while you are taking Evista. This medicine can pass into body fluids (urine, feces, vomit). Caregivers should wear rubber gloves while cleaning up a patient’s body fluids, handling contaminated trash or laundry or changing diapers. Wash hands before and after removing gloves.