Conjugated estrogens and bazedoxifene

It is very important that you use conjugated estrogens and bazedoxifene only as directed by your doctor. Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, and do not use it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. To do so may cause unwanted side effects.

conjugated estrogens and bazedoxifene comes with a patient information leaflet. Read and follow the instructions in the leaflet carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.

Swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it. You may take conjugated estrogens and bazedoxifene with or without food.

Your doctor may also want you to take vitamin D and calcium supplements while taking conjugated estrogens and bazedoxifene.

Dosing

The dose of conjugated estrogens and bazedoxifene will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of conjugated estrogens and bazedoxifene. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For oral dosage form (tablets):
  • For treatment of menopause symptoms and prevention of osteoporosis:
    • Adults—One tablet once a day. Each tablet contains 20 milligrams (mg) of bazedoxifene and 0.45 mg of conjugated estrogens.s
    • Children—Use is not recommended.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of conjugated estrogens and bazedoxifene, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep your medicine in the original package until you are ready to use it. Do not place the tablets in pill boxes or pill organizers. After opening the foil pouch, use the medicine within 60 days.