Evista 60 mg is a Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator (SERM) used to treat and prevent osteoporosis in women after menopause.
Evista 60 mg may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
These medicines are structurally different from hormones, including estrogens and progestins. How should I take Evista 60 mg ?
* Take Evista 60 mg 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 60 mg can be taken with or without food.
* Take Evista 60 mg 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 60 mg at room temperature away from moisture and heat. What happens if I 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 I overdose?
* Seek medical attention.
* Symptoms of a Evista 60 mg overdose are not known. What should I avoid while taking Evista 60 mg ?
* Before having any surgery, tell your doctor that you are taking Evista 60 mg . Treatment with Evista 60 mg 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 60 mg .
* Alcohol and cigarette smoking may cause increased bone loss. Discuss with your doctor the use of these products.
