RALOXIFENE HYDROCHLORIDE
About RALOXIFENE HYDROCHLORIDE
RALOXIFENE HYDROCHLORIDE belongs to the class of medicines called selective estrogen receptor modulators. It is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis in post-menopausal women. This medicine reduces the risk of vertebral fractures in women with post-menopausal osteoporosis. Post-menopausal osteoporosis is a medical condition that causes thinning and weakening of the bones during/after a menopausal period.
RALOXIFENE HYDROCHLORIDE consists of Raloxifene hydrochloride, which belongs to a class of non-hormonal medications known as Selective Oestrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs). When a woman achieves menopause, the level of the female sex hormone oestrogen decreases. This medication replicates some of the beneficial effects of oestrogen after menopause.
Take RALOXIFENE HYDROCHLORIDE as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take RALOXIFENE HYDROCHLORIDE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Sometimes, you may experience nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and stomach upset, increased blood pressure, hot flushes (vasodilation) and flu syndrome. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
RALOXIFENE HYDROCHLORIDE is only for post-menopausal women and should not be taken by pregnant women or those planning to get pregnant. This medication may be harmful to your unborn child. If breastfeeding, do not take this medication because it may be excreted in the breast milk. If you are lactose intolerant, inform your doctor before taking this medication. It is recommended not to use if you are allergic to raloxifene or any of the other ingredients of this medicine if you have liver disease, severe kidney problems, active uterine cancer, or any unexplained vaginal bleeding. So, inform your doctor about your medical condition.
Uses of RALOXIFENE HYDROCHLORIDE
Medicinal Benefits
RALOXIFENE HYDROCHLORIDE consists of Raloxifene hydrochloride, which belongs to a class of non-hormonal medications known as Selective Oestrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs). When a woman achieves menopause, the level of the female sex hormone oestrogen decreases. This medication replicates some of the beneficial effects of oestrogen after menopause. Raloxifene hydrochloride is also used to reduce the chance of developing invasive breast cancer (breast cancer that has progressed outside of the milk ducts or lobules into the surrounding breast tissue) in postmenopausal women at high risk or with osteoporosis.
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Side Effects of RALOXIFENE HYDROCHLORIDE
- Headache including migraine
- Leg cramps
- Swelling of hands, feet and legs (peripheral oedema)
- Gallstones
- Rash
- Pain, enlargement, and tenderness of breast
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain and stomach upset
- Increased blood pressure
- Hot flushes (vasodilation)
- Flu syndrome (an infection of the nose, throat and lungs)
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Postmenopausal osteoporosis: Postmenopausal osteoporosis is a medical disorder that causes bone loss and weakness during and after menopause. Estrogen insufficiency increases the risk of developing osteoporosis (weak bones). The decline in oestrogen during the menopause era (45 years of age) causes more bone resorption (osteoclasts; bone disintegration) than creation (osteoblasts; new bone development), leading to osteoporosis. Osteoporosis has no symptoms in the early stages. Yet, if sufficient care is not given, it might result in shattered bones. The bones do not pain at first, and breaks in the spine's bones may go unnoticed until they cause height reduction. Bones with osteoporosis might shatter at any time, even during normal tasks such as lifting or small activities.
FAQs
RALOXIFENE HYDROCHLORIDE consists of Raloxifene hydrochloride, which belongs to a class of non-hormonal medications known as Selective Oestrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs). When a woman achieves menopause, the level of the female sex hormone oestrogen decreases. This medication mimics some of the beneficial effects of oestrogen after menopause.
One of the most prevalent side effects of RALOXIFENE HYDROCHLORIDE is high blood pressure. Monitoring blood pressure is recommended. In most cases, it normally does not require medical attention and resolves on its own. However, if the illness persists or worsens, please seek medical attention.
If you are taking anti-coagulants like warfarin to thin your blood, inform your doctor. Your doctor may need to adjust your dose of these medicines.
RALOXIFENE HYDROCHLORIDE cannot be used to treat invasive breast cancer or to keep it from returning in women who have already had the disease.
