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Evista
Evista is a prescription medicine used by women after menopause to treat or prevent a condition called osteoporosis. Use of this medicine is not recommended if you have a history of blood clots or if your cholesterol and/or triglyceride levels have ever increased because you took estrogens. You should take calcium and vitamin D along with Evista if you do not get enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet. These medicines are structurally different from hormones, including estrogens and progestins.
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| Name: Evista 60mg (Generic) |
Strength: 60mg |
Form: Pill |
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| Price | $29.00 | |
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Directions on how to take
The recommended dosage is one 60-mg Evista tablet daily, which may be administered any time of day without regard to meals. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Warnings and Precautions
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have a history of blood clots; stroke; cancer; increased triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood); or liver disease. You may not be able to take Evista, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above. If you suspect that you could be pregnant, contact your doctor immediately. It is unknown if this medicine is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking this medicine.
Possible Side Effects
An infrequent but serious side effect of taking Evista is the development of blood clots in the veins. These blood clots can stop blood flow and cause serious medical problems, disability or death. Consult your doctor if you have or have had any of the following signs of blood clots in the legs, lungs or eyes: leg pain or a feeling of warmth in the calves, swelling of the legs, hands or feet, sudden chest pain, shortness of breath or coughing up blood, sudden change in your vision, such as loss of vision or blurred vision. Most common side effects of Evista are hot flashes and leg cramps. Hot flashes are more common during the first 6 months after starting treatment. If you have any problems or questions that concern you while taking Evista, ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Storage
Store at controlled room temperature, 20o to 25oC (68o to 77oF); allows excursions between 15o and 30oC (59o and 86oF).
Additional Information
Before having any surgery, tell your doctor that you are taking Evista. Treatment with Evista may need to be stopped temporarily if you require an extended period of bed rest. Avoid sitting still for long periods of time during travel while taking Evista. Alcohol and cigarette smoking may cause increased bone loss. Keep this medicine out of the reach of children.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. This is only general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse consequences to persons or property, however such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.
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