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What is Evista
 Evista
alters the cycle of bone formation and breakdown in the body.
It reduces loss of bone tissue. Although studies are not complete,
Evista appears to work without increasing the risk of breast
or uterine cancer.
Evista
is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis (decreased density
of bone mass) in postmenopausal women.
Evista
may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this
medication guide.
General medical information about Evista
Do not take Evista if you are pregnant or if you
could become pregnant during treatment. Evista is in the
FDA pregnancy category X. This means that Evista is known
to cause birth defects in an unborn baby.
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.
Seek immediate medical attention if
you experience and of the following side effects that may
indicate a blood clot formation: sharp pain in the legs;
swelling of the legs; sudden chest pain; coughing up blood;
or changes in vision.
What you should find out before taking
Evista
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.
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.
Evista
is in the FDA pregnancy category X. This means that Evista
is known to cause birth defects in an unborn baby. Do not
take Evista if you are pregnant or if you could become pregnant
during treatment.
It is not known whether Evista
passes into breast milk. Do not take this medication without
first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a
baby.
How should take Evista Take Evista exactly as directed by your doctor. If
you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist,
nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Evista can
be taken with or without food.
Take Evista at the
same time each day.
Your doctor may want you to take
calcium and vitamin D supplements if you do not receive
enough of these substances from your regular diet.
Weight-bearing exercise may also be helpful.
Store
Evista at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
If you miss a dose: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However,
if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed
dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do
not take a double dose of this medication.
What happens if you overdose: Seek medical attention.
Symptoms of a Evista
overdose are not known.
Avoid while taking Evista 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. Discuss
with your doctor the use of these products.
Possible side effects of Evista If you experience any of the following serious side
effects, stop taking Evista and seek emergency medical attention
or notify your doctor:
- an allergic reaction (difficulty
breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips,
tongue, or face; or hives);
- sharp pain in the legs;
- swelling of the legs;
- sudden chest pain;
- coughing up blood;
- changes in vision;
or
- unexplained vaginal bleeding.
Other,
less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue
to take Evista and talk to your doctor if you experience
- leg cramps,
- muscle soreness,
-
weight gain,
- sweating,
- hot flashes, or
- a rash.
Side effects other than those listed
here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side
effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect Evista Before taking Evista, talk to your doctor if you
are taking any of the following medicines:
- cholestyramine
(Questran, Prevalite) or colestipol (Colestid);
-
the blood thinner warfarin (Coumadin); or
- an estrogen
or progesterone product such as birth control pills or hormone
replacement therapy.
You may not be able to take
Evista, or you may require special monitoring or a dosage
adjustment if you are taking any of the medicines listed
above.
Drugs
other than those listed here may also interact with Evista.
Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription
or over-the-counter medicines. |
