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Evista
 Evista®
Important Note
IMPORTANT NOTE: The following
information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and
judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It
should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional
before using this drug.
This medicine is a selective estrogen
receptor modulator (SERM) used to treat and prevent osteoporosis in women
after menopause. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined
by your doctor. These medicines are structurally different from hormones,
including estrogens and progestins.
Before using
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM
YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine
that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions,
allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. If your cholesterol and/or
triglyceride levels have ever increased because you took estrogens, inform
your doctor. USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you have a history
of blood clots. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions
or concerns about taking this medicine.
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. This
medicine may come with a patient information leaflet. Ask your doctor,
nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about this medicine.
This medicine may be taken on an empty stomach or with food. STORE THIS
MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE
OF THIS MEDICINE, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing
schedule. Do NOT take 2 doses at once.
Cautions
It is important to have enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet. Ask your
doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have questions about your diet or about
taking dietary supplements such as calcium or vitamin D. BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY
MEDICAL TREATMENTS, EMERGENCY CARE, OR SURGERY, tell the doctor that you are
using this medicine. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either
prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. DO
NOT USE THIS MEDICINE if you are pregnant. 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.
Side Effects
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medicine include hot flashes
or leg cramps. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.
CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience swelling of
hands, feet, or legs; breast pain or enlargement; unusual weight gain; or
abnormal vaginal bleeding or spotting. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if
you experience pain in your calves, leg swelling, sudden chest pain,
shortness of breath, or changes in vision. If you notice other effects not
listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or
emergency room immediately.
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