Reviewer: Twinkie, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years (Patient)

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No results at all with this drug. Bone density did not improve one bit. A waste of time and money. The drug did not cause any unpleasant physical symptoms for me... however this medication did cause hair loss.

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No results at all with this drug. Bone density did not improve one bit. A waste of time and money. The drug did not cause any unpleasant physical symptoms for me... however this medication did cause hair loss.
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Reviewer: Celticgirl 911, 55-64 Female (Patient)

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I had osteoporosis. I’ve been taking Evista for just over a year. My latest bone density scan shows and improvement. I’m no longer in the osteoporosis range but have improved and now have osteopenia. I also work out 3 times a week doing barre classes which includes weight bearing exercises and a lot of strengthening of the core muscles. This life style and medication are working for me. I tri ... Show Full Comment

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I had osteoporosis. I’ve been taking Evista for just over a year. My latest bone density scan shows and improvement. I’m no longer in the osteoporosis range but have improved and now have osteopenia. I also work out 3 times a week doing barre classes which includes weight bearing exercises and a lot of strengthening of the core muscles. This life style and medication are working for me. I tried Fosomax and the jaw pain it caused was incredible so I’m on this and very happy with it so far. Best of luck everybody in your treatments.
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Reviewer: Vickie, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 5 to less than 10 years (Patient)

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I have taken Evista for about five years. My teeth started going bad and the oral surgeon said that Evista was the cause. If it has made my teeth to break off then what is it doing to my bones??? I am going to stop taking it.

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I have taken Evista for about five years. My teeth started going bad and the oral surgeon said that Evista was the cause. If it has made my teeth to break off then what is it doing to my bones??? I am going to stop taking it.
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Reviewer: Elenanic, 45-54 Female on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient)

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In 2016 I gave this medicine a better rating because it seemed to take away my hip and spine pain. Now, I am not sure what to say, but I owe you people to be honest: my new condition may have nothing to do with this medicine, but this one is the only one I have been taking for the last 26 months, so I am afraid it could have had some influence. I was diagnosed with MEC (mucoepidermoid carcinoma - ... Show Full Comment

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In 2016 I gave this medicine a better rating because it seemed to take away my hip and spine pain. Now, I am not sure what to say, but I owe you people to be honest: my new condition may have nothing to do with this medicine, but this one is the only one I have been taking for the last 26 months, so I am afraid it could have had some influence. I was diagnosed with MEC (mucoepidermoid carcinoma - of the minor salivary glands - on the mouth palate). I have never smoked in my life or drink heavy alcohol. I am not taking any other drug for a chronic disease. Of course, it could be something genetic: my father had laryngeal cancer at the age 74 but he also was a heavy smoker and drinker (I am 53 and neither of my siblings got such a disease). Just be warned - in case you experience any odd symptoms like vertigo when standing up (but not when walking), or feel like scratching your back all the time -especially when you lay down in the bed - these might be symptoms of the neoplasic syndrome. Thoroughly check every inch of your skin, and also every millimeter of your mouth, tongue, whatever. Do not ignore any new formation like I did: Initially it was like bump in the center of the mouth palate, then it turned into a lesion. I kept postponing going to undergo surgery.Do not make this mistake in case something "fishy" is going on under your skin!!! I wish you the best pf health always!
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Reviewer: 45-54 Female on Treatment for 5 to less than 10 years (Patient)

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I've taken Evista for a few years; my doctor wants me to stop Evista and start taking a biphosphonate. I have chosen to follow a more natural, holistic treatment to increase my bone mass. St one point my mass increased and my last density test showed a decrease. so I would have to say the Evista is not that effective nor preventative.

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I've taken Evista for a few years; my doctor wants me to stop Evista and start taking a biphosphonate. I have chosen to follow a more natural, holistic treatment to increase my bone mass. St one point my mass increased and my last density test showed a decrease. so I would have to say the Evista is not that effective nor preventative.
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