Ruftuf 60 mg Tablet

Ruftuf 60 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains 60 mg of raloxifene in each tablet. It belongs to a class of medicines called selective estrogen receptor modulators, or SERMs. Ruftuf 60 mg Tablet is used to help treat and prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and may also be prescribed to lower the risk of invasive breast cancer in certain women at high risk. The 10-tablet strip/box is a convenient supply for a doctor-directed treatment plan.

How it works: Raloxifene in Ruftuf 60 mg Tablet acts on estrogen receptors in the body, especially in bone and breast tissue. It helps protect bone by reducing breakdown of bone tissue and may also lower estrogen-like stimulation in breast tissue.

Ruftuf 60 mg Tablet is the standard adult tablet strength for raloxifene, so it is not a lower starter dose or a special high-dose form. Because there are no other strengths or forms listed in this brand, this 60 mg tablet fits the usual once-daily dosing used in approved indications. A doctor may choose it when the patient needs the full tablet dose in a simple, once-a-day regimen.

• Prevention of osteoporosis after menopause
• Treatment of osteoporosis after menopause
• Reduction of invasive breast cancer risk in selected high-risk women
• Bone health support when prescribed by a doctor

• Swallow Ruftuf 60 mg Tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it once daily at the same time each day unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• You may take it with or without food.
• Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet unless your pharmacist or doctor says it is safe to do so.
• If you take calcium or vitamin D, follow your doctor’s timing instructions so they do not interfere with your routine.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember the same day; do not double up the next day.

Each Ruftuf 60 mg Tablet provides 60 mg of raloxifene per tablet, which is the usual tablet strength used for approved dosing. It is commonly taken once daily, and the maximum daily dose is generally 60 mg unless your doctor gives different instructions. Your doctor decides the duration of treatment based on your bone health, cancer risk, and overall medical history.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Raloxifene may include:

• Hot flashes or flushing, which can be more noticeable when starting Ruftuf 60 mg Tablet
• Leg cramps
• Swelling in the hands, feet, or ankles
• Flu-like symptoms or mild body aches
• Headache
• Upset stomach or nausea

• Ruftuf 60 mg Tablet can increase the risk of blood clots, so tell your doctor if you have a history of deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, or clotting disorders.
• Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or could become pregnant; it is for postmenopausal women only.
• Tell your doctor if you will be inactive for a long time, such as after surgery or during long travel, because clot risk may rise.
• Use caution if you have a history of stroke or transient ischemic attack.
• If you have liver disease, heart disease, or high triglycerides, your doctor should review whether Ruftuf 60 mg Tablet is appropriate for you.
• Avoid starting or stopping other prescription medicines without checking for interactions first.
• This tablet does not work the same as estrogen or hormone replacement therapy, so do not substitute it on your own.

• Cholestyramine can reduce absorption of raloxifene and should not be taken together.
• Warfarin and other anticoagulants may need close monitoring because raloxifene can affect clotting-related management.
• Systemic estrogen therapy may interfere with the intended effect and should only be used if your doctor specifically approves it.
• Other medicines that raise clot risk, such as certain hormonal therapies, may add to the danger of blood clots.

Store Ruftuf 60 mg Tablet in its original strip at room temperature, away from excess heat, moisture, and light.