Raloxifene (HCl)
Generic medicine reference
Overview
Raloxifene (HCl) is a nonsteroidal anti-estrogen with some estrogenic activity. Raloxifene (HCl) is used in women who are at great risk of post-menopausal osteoporosis. Raloxifene (HCl) is also indicated for prophylaxis and treatment of vertebral fractures in postmenopausal women.
Indications
Raloxifene (HCl) is primarily indicated in conditions like Osteoporosis in post-menopausal women, Breast cancer.
Contraindications
Raloxifene (HCl) is contraindicated in conditions like Thrombosis, Vaginal bleeding, Pregnancy, Lactation.
Side Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Raloxifene (HCl) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Flatulence, Nausea, Vomiting, Fever, Insomnia, Rashes, Depression, Weight gain, Hot flushes, Increased intracranial pressure, Migraine, Gastroenteritis, Sinusitis, Bronchitis, Pharyngitis, Breast pain, Diaphoresis, Pulmonary embolism.
Warnings
Raloxifene should be used with caution in patients with any allergy (especially drug allergies), blood clots, heart failure, cancer or liver disease. This drug should be stopped at least 3 days before and during long periods of inactivity (e.g., bed rest). Blood clots, though unlikely, are more common when not moving. Avoid long periods of sitting or lying down during travel. This drug should not be used during pregnancy or lactation. This drug should not be used in children.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
60 mg (60 (60)) 24 hourly PO —
Child Dosage
Not applicable in paeds ( ) —
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Raloxifene (HCl) was found.
Storage
Tab Store Between 20°C-25°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Available Brands in Pakistan
7 active brands listed alphabetically.
DENSER
ActiveVALOR PHARMACEUTICALS
DML: DENSER
Tabs
EVISTA
ActiveELI LILLY PAKISTAN (PVT) LTD.
DML: EVISTA
Tabs
LOXIAM
ActiveAMARANT PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT)
DML: LOXIAM
Tabs
OSTEONIL
ActiveSTANDPHARM PAKISTAN (PVT) LTD.
DML: OSTEONIL
Tabs
RALOXI
ActiveHANSEL PHARMACUEUTICAL PVT (LTD)
DML: RALOXI
Tabs
RELOFIN
ActiveCCL Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd. DML: 000052
DML: RELOFIN
Tabs
REVERA
ActiveTAGMA PHARMA (PVT) LTD.
DML: REVERA
Tabs
For educational purposes only. Check current guidelines and consult a qualified healthcare professional before making clinical decisions.