Raloxifene: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Raloxifene is a selective oestrogen receptor modulator. It is a prescription medicine used for osteoporosis after menopause and reducing breast cancer risk. In Pakistan it is available as tablets, made by 3 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Raloxifene works

Raloxifene acts like oestrogen on bone, slowing bone loss and helping to maintain bone density, but it blocks oestrogen's effects in breast and womb tissue. This selective action lets it protect the skeleton without stimulating the breast or the lining of the womb.

What is Raloxifene used for?

• Osteoporosis after menopause and reducing breast cancer risk

Raloxifene is used to prevent and treat osteoporosis (thinning of the bones) in women after the menopause, lowering the risk of spinal fractures. In some women at increased risk, it may also be prescribed to reduce the chance of developing invasive breast cancer. It is not used in men or in women before the menopause, and it does not relieve hot flushes.

Side effects of Raloxifene

Some women notice side effects with Raloxifene, most often:

• Hot flushes
• Leg cramps
• Swelling of the hands, feet or ankles
• Flu-like symptoms

Seek urgent medical help for pain, swelling or redness in one leg, sudden breathlessness or chest pain, sudden vision problems, or signs of a stroke such as facial drooping or weakness on one side.

Precautions and warnings

• Tell your doctor if you have ever had a blood clot in the legs, lungs or eyes, as Raloxifene increases this risk.
• Your doctor may advise pausing it before surgery or a long period of immobility, such as a long journey or bed rest.
• Let your doctor know if you have had a stroke, or have heart disease, liver disease or unexplained vaginal bleeding.
• Make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D from your diet or supplements, as your doctor advises.
• It must not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions about Raloxifene

What is the price of Raloxifene in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Raloxifene products currently in stock range from Rs 160 to Rs 791 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Loxiam 60mg Tablet at Rs 160. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Raloxifene are available in Pakistan?

Raloxifene is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Loxiam (Amarant Caraway Pharmaceutical), Osteonil (Standpharma) and Denser (Valor Pharmaceuticals).

Do I need a prescription for Raloxifene?

Yes. Raloxifene is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Can Raloxifene be used during pregnancy?

It must not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Are all Raloxifene brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Raloxifene in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Raloxifene brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 3 products containing Raloxifene from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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