Anyone take Evista? - Osteoporosis Message Board

anniev · 04-21-2008, 12:22 PM

Does anyone take Evista for Osteoporosis? My doctor is trying to talk me into taking Evista and the Climara Patch since I can't take bisphosphates.
Thanks!

Gro777 · 04-21-2008, 02:48 PM

Yes, I'm 63, and have been on Evista for about 7 months beks of osteoporosis in forearm and one hip. I was reluctant to take any biphosphonates. No serious side fx that I can identify, but unfortunately also an 8 lb. weight gain which I believe is due to the hormone.

yef · 04-22-2008, 07:12 AM

My doctor told me about Evista. I am one of those people who experienced severe bone pain due to one (1) Boniva. I then tried Fosamax unsuccessfully. Since I do not have osteoporosis, but rather osteopenia, my doctor said to wait until my next DEXA results and if need be, would strongly recommend that I try Evista.

I am anxious to hear what others post on this medication. Thanks for bringing up the subject.

Mel52 · 04-22-2008, 07:10 PM

I was too afraid to take it because of the risks and I am not active enough to counteract the possibility of a stroke risk as I had a back injury and just had back surgery. I had tried Actonal but had to stop so I have been using Fortical nasal spray for the last year. It isn't the first choice of drug, but it is better than nothing and I don't have problems using it

Aleta145 · 04-24-2008, 05:56 PM

I've been taking Evista for about three years, since age 49. Was maintaining bone density, then went through menopause. My most recent DXA showed more bone loss in the spine. I get hot flashes occasionally, but they aren't too bad. Nothing that keeps me awake anyway. But I know some women get them bad on Evista. I'm taking Boniva now also. Two months into it and no problems so far. (Knocking wood.)