Raloxifene for Prevention of Osteoporosis User Reviews

• Suz...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 2, 2016

Raloxifene "After taking Evista 60 mg for 5 years for the treatment of osteopenia, my recent bone density test showed -4.2, which is osteoporosis. Even though my insurance would not cover it, especially now that I am on Blue Cross Blue Shield/Anthem prescription plan, Evista is on the 5th tier so they do not cover it. I took it in good faith, believing it would strengthen my bones, but now I have osteoporosis. I am 69 years old and was shocked after my doctor told me. Now, they want me to see a rheumatologist to discuss taking Prolia. (I know nothing about this medication.) How can I trust this will be a good prescription when Evista made the bone loss worse."

• oun...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 23, 2017

"I had been taking Evista for osteopenia for about 10 years and then switched to the generic form, Raloxifene. I have been using Raloxifene for 2 years and have experienced no adverse side effects. However, my doctor feels that the risk of stroke and blood clots associated with this drug is significant enough that she wants to switch me to a different medication, such as Boniva. Several of the reviews written about Boniva and its generic form show that the most common side effects are flu-like symptoms and severe muscle pain. I'm hesitant to try a new medication that has such discouraging side effects."

• end...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 6, 2021

Raloxifene "I was prescribed Evista after taking hormones, which caused a cyst on one ovary that was surgically removed. After taking Evista for 17 years, I was diagnosed with endometrial cancer and had a complete hysterectomy. I think the Evista caused the endometrial cancer. However, my bone scans have been good - no osteoporosis."

• Pat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 23, 2022

Raloxifene "Took Evista for 15 years and kept osteoporosis in check. Then knee replacements caused cessation of Evista for 2 years - 2 new knees. New bone density saw deterioration of all bones, and one thigh bone showed osteoporosis. Endocrinologist just put me on Fosamax."