Raloxifene (HCl)

Raloxifene (HCl) is a nonsteroidal antioestrogen with some oestrogenic 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.


Adult Dose
Dose: 60 mg
Single Dose: 60 (60)
Frequency: 24 hourly
Route: PO
Instructions:
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Dose: Not applicable in paeds
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Characteristics
belongs to Benzothiophene. It belongs to Oestrogen Agonist pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Hormones and Hormones pharmacological group.The Molecular Weight of Raloxifene (HCl) is 510.00.
Contraindications
Raloxifene (HCl) is contraindicated in conditions like Thrombosis,Vaginal bleeding.
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.
Indications
Raloxifene (HCl) is primarily indicated in conditions like Prevention of osteoporosis, Sedation with amnesia, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Postmenopausal disorders.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Raloxifene (HCl) was found.
Interfrence
Risks
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.
Storage
Tab Store Between 20°C-25°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
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.
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