Fiona Tablet
Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Uses of Fiona Tablet:
Osteoporosis
Composition of Fiona Tablet:
Raloxifene 60mg
MRP:
₹
128
Inclusive of all Taxes
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Description
Osteoporosis
Uses
Raloxifene is generally used in treatment for osteoporosis. Used in treatement of and prevents osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
Side effects
- Abdominal pain
- Breast pain
- Breast tenderness
- Dyspepsia
- Flu-like symptoms
- Headache
- Leg cramps
- Nausea
- Rash
- Vomiting
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Raloxifene, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Raloxifene is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Raloxifene works like estrogen, a natural female hormone to stop the bone loss that can develop in women after menopause.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Raloxifene a bisphosphonate?
No, Raloxifene is not a biophosphonate
Q. Is Raloxifene safe?
It is safe if used for the dose and duration as recommended by your doctor
Q. Is Raloxifene a hormone/steroid?
No, It's not a hormone/steroid however at times it mimics activity of estrogen
Q. Is Raloxifene better than tamoxifen?
It has been observed that tamoxifen is slightly more effective in prevention of breast cancer in post-menopausal women that Raloxifene, however Raloxifene also plays a role in treating or preventing osteoporosis
Q. Does Raloxifene cause weight gain/ hot flushes?
Yes, Use of Raloxifene may cause weight gain or hot flushes
Q. Does Raloxifene cause hair loss?
No, Raloxifene does not cause hair loss
Q. Does Raloxifene lower cholesterol?
No. Raloxifene does not lower cholesterol
Q. How does Raloxifene work / treat in osteoporosis?
It works by reducing the loss of bone tissue and acting on the bone cycle.
No, Raloxifene is not a biophosphonate
Q. Is Raloxifene safe?
It is safe if used for the dose and duration as recommended by your doctor
Q. Is Raloxifene a hormone/steroid?
No, It's not a hormone/steroid however at times it mimics activity of estrogen
Q. Is Raloxifene better than tamoxifen?
It has been observed that tamoxifen is slightly more effective in prevention of breast cancer in post-menopausal women that Raloxifene, however Raloxifene also plays a role in treating or preventing osteoporosis
Q. Does Raloxifene cause weight gain/ hot flushes?
Yes, Use of Raloxifene may cause weight gain or hot flushes
Q. Does Raloxifene cause hair loss?
No, Raloxifene does not cause hair loss
Q. Does Raloxifene lower cholesterol?
No. Raloxifene does not lower cholesterol
Q. How does Raloxifene work / treat in osteoporosis?
It works by reducing the loss of bone tissue and acting on the bone cycle.
Expert Advice
- Inform your doctor if you have if you have any type of cancer, heart failure, kidney disease, high triglycerides or liver disease. Inform your doctor if you are on estrogen therapy.Do not take calcium supplements unless advised by doctor. Taking calcium supplements more than recommended will not provide extra protection for your bones but may cause adverse side effects including kidney stones.Stop using Raloxifene immediately if you develop: lumps in the breast, signs of stroke (sudden numbness or weakness), severe headache, slurred speech, vision problems; chest pain, sudden cough, wheezing, rapid breathing, coughing up blood; or pain, swelling, warmth, or redness in one or both legs.Avoid sitting still for long periods of time while you are taking Raloxifene.Inform your doctor immediately if you observe bleeding / spotting from vagina during the treatment.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Product Details
SKU: PC-12954
Product Description: Fiona Tablet is manufactured by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Fiona Tablet is manufactured by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
