prevention of osteoporosis
"I had been taking Evista for osteopenia for about 10 years and then switched to the generic form, Raloxifene.  I have been using Raloxifene for 2 years and have experienced no adverse side effects.  However, my doctor feels that the risk of stroke and blood clots associated with this drug are significant enough that she wants to switch me to a different medication, such as Boniva.  Several of the reviews written about Boniva and its generic form show that the most common side effects are flu-like symptoms and severe muscle pain.  I'm hesitant to try a new medication that has such discouraging side effects."