All of the following appear to decrease hot flushes in menopausal women except:
Correct Answer: Raloxifene
Description: Raloxifene A non steroidal compound,a selective estrogen receptor modulator(SERM)which reduces the risk of fracture by 50%,10%reduction of cholesterol, raises HDL level.Cardioprotective in nature. Low risk of endometrial and breast cancer, Side effects are hot flushes,cramps,increased incidence of venous thrombosis ,retinopathy SHAW'S TEXTBOOKOF GYNAECOLOGY,PG NO:73,16th edition
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