MEGESTROL

Overview

MEGESTROL is a Schedule H drug.
Megestrol is a man-made chemical similar to the female hormone progesterone. Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Megestrol is also used in the treatment of advanced breast cancer and endometrial cancer.

Usage

MEGESTROL is generally used to treat: AIDS, Breast Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Uterine Cancer
MEGESTROL can address symptoms like: Loss Of Appetite, Weight Loss (unintentional)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of blood clot events, stroke, diabetes, kidney, liver disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. It is not intended for use in the prevention of weight loss. It should not be used in children.

Symptoms of Overdosage

MEGESTROL over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

MEGESTROL : Difficulty Sleeping, Fever, Abdomen Upset Stomach

Serious Side-Effects

MEGESTROL : Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fatigue (tiredness), Head Headache, Hands Swelling, Chest Pain, Difficulty Breathing, Arms Swelling, Mood Swings, Sudden Numbness Or Weakness On One Side Of Body, Slurred Speech, Eyes Blurred Vision

Rare Side-Effects

MEGESTROL : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness

Disease Interactions

MEGESTROL can interfere with: Purpura, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic, Congestive Heart Disease, Migraine, Seizure, Acute Renal Failure, Edema, Hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus, Hyperadrenalism

Technical Classification

MEGESTROL is categorized as: HORMONES/ANTINEOPLASTICS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with MEGESTROL as Ingredient

ENDACE -40MG TAB	MEGESTROL 40.0 MG
ENDACE 160MG TAB	MEGESTROL 160 MG
ENDACE 40MG TAB	MEGESTROL 40 MG
MEGAHENZ TAB	MEGESTROL 40.0 MG
MEGASTY 160MG TAB	MEGESTROL 160 MG
MEGEETRON 160MG TAB	MEGESTROL 160.0 MG
MEGEETRON 40MG TAB	MEGESTROL 40.0 MG
PROGESTOBAR 160MG TAB	MEGESTROL 160 MG
UNISTROL TAB	MEGESTROL 40 MG