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Compare Evista vs. Miacalcin

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Key takeaways

  • Raloxifene (Evista)
    Calcitonin salmon
  • Raloxifene (Evista)
    Calcitonin salmon

  • Summary of Evista vs. Miacalcin

    Summary for Selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM)
    Prescription only

    Raloxifene (Evista) is used to treat osteoporosis (bone loss) and lower the risk of breast cancer in women who've gone through menopause. This medication belongs to the drug class known as selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs). Raloxifene (Evista) is a tablet that's taken once a day. Side effects can include hot flashes, headaches, and joint pain.

    Summary for Calcitonin receptor agonist
    Prescription only

    Calcitonin salmon is a synthetic (man-made) hormone available as a nasal spray. It's used to treat osteoporosis in women who have already gone through menopause (postmenopause). The medication is typically taken once a day by alternating between nostrils each day. Common side effects include back pain and nose symptoms, like runny nose, irritation, and bleeding. The nasal spray used to be available under the brand name Miacalcin, but now only comes as a generic version.

  • Indications of Evista vs. Miacalcin

    Indications for
    •Osteoporosis in women who've gone through menopause (postmenopausal)
    •Lower the risk of invasive breast cancer in postmenopausal women who are at high risk for breast cancer or who have osteoporosis
    Indications for
    •Osteoporosis in women who have gone through menopause (postmenopause)

  • Pros and Cons of Evista vs. Miacalcin

    Pros and Const for Selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM)
    Pros
    •Can take at any time of day, with or without food
    •Lowers the risk of back fractures
    •Lowers the risk of invasive breast cancer in certain postmenopausal women
    •Doesn't have a known risk for uterine (endometrial) cancer
    Cons
    •Not a first-choice option for osteoporosis
    •Has some serious risks, such as blood clots
    •Not approved for preventing breast cancer in women who haven't gone through menopause yet or who have a history of breast cancer
    •Not approved for treating breast cancer
    Pros and Const for Calcitonin receptor agonist
    Pros
    •Only need to use it once a day
    •Can store a used bottle at room temperature for about a month
    •Available as a lower-cost generic medication
    Cons
    •Not a first-choice treatment option for postmenopausal osteoporosis
    •Can lead to low calcium levels
    •Might raise the risk of certain cancers

  • Common Side Effects of Evista vs. Miacalcin

    Common Side Effects for
    •Joint pain (16%)
    •Flu-like symptoms (14%)
    •Hot flashes (10%)
    •Bronchitis (10%)
    •Runny nose (10%)
    •Cough (9%)
    •Headache (9%)
    •Nausea (8%)
    •Sinus infection (8%)
    •Leg cramps (7%)
    •Diarrhea (7%)
    •Swelling in the arms or legs (5%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Runny nose (12%)
    •Nose irritation, dryness, redness (11%)
    •Back pain (5%)
    •Joint pain (4%)
    •Bloody nose (4%)

  • Warnings of Evista vs. Miacalcin

    Common Side Effects for
    •Higher risk for blood clots and stroke
    •High triglyceride levels
    •Continue to monitor for breast cancer
    •Interaction with warfarin (Coumadin)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Severe allergic reaction
    •Low calcium (hypocalcemia)
    •Nasal irritation
    •Cancer

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