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Megestrong 160 Tablet

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Ponoogun Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Megestrol (160mg)

Overview Megestrong 160 Tablet

Medrosteron 160mg tablets are indicated for the management of hormone-receptor-positive breast and endometrial cancers. This medication is also prescribed to alleviate anorexia and unintentional weight loss associated with advanced cancer or HIV. Dosage and duration of treatment should be determined and monitored by your physician. Administration may occur with or without food, but consistent timing is recommended. Continue taking this medication as directed. Commonly reported side effects include increased appetite and weight, dyspnea, vasomotor flushes, hypertension, and constipation; most side effects are transient. Report any persistent or bothersome symptoms to your doctor, who may be able to offer mitigating strategies. Complete disclosure of all other medications currently in use is crucial, as potential drug interactions may compromise efficacy or alter the medication's effects. This medication is contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation. Regular blood tests to monitor hormone and glucose levels may be implemented during treatment.

Uses of Megestrong 160 Tablet

Cancers of the breast and endometrium

Major Benefits of Megestrong 160 Tablet:

Administer this medication according to your physician's prescribed dosage and schedule. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Megestrong 160 Tablets can be consumed with or without food, although consistent timing is recommended.

Common Side effects of Megestrong 160 Tablet:

  • Increased appetite
  • Weight gain
  • Hot flashes
  • High blood pressure
  • Constipation

How to use Megestrong 160 Tablet:

Administer this medication precisely as your physician directs, adhering to both the prescribed dosage and treatment length. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Megestrong 160 Tablets can be consumed with or without food, though consistent timing is recommended.

How Megestrong 160 Tablet works:

Progestin medication Megestrong 160mg tablets counteracts the effects of female hormones implicated in breast and endometrial cancer progression. A side effect is increased appetite leading to weight gain.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alcohol consumption alongside Megestrong 160 Tablet may be unsafe; seek medical advice before combining them.

PregnancyPregnancyUNSAFE

Using Megestrong 160 Tablet during pregnancy is strongly contraindicated. Pregnant women should consult their physician; research in both animals and humans indicates substantial risks to the fetus.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Megestrong 160 Tablet while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available human data indicates a potential for the medication to transfer to breast milk, posing a risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingSAFE

Driving ability is typically unaffected by Megestrong 160 Tablet.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with severe kidney impairment should use Megestrong 160 Tablets cautiously. Dosage modification may be necessary; physician consultation is advised.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Individuals with advanced hepatic impairment should exercise caution when using Megestrong 160 Tablets. Dosage modification may be necessary. Physician consultation is recommended.

What if you forget to take Megestrong 160 Tablet :

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Facts to Know About Megestrong 160 Tablet

LabelValue
Chemical Category Synthetic Progestins
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Cancer Medications

FAQs on Megestrong 160 Tablet

Megestrong 160 Tablets contain megestrol, a progesterone-like hormone. It's used to treat hormone-sensitive breast and endometrial cancers, and to increase appetite and weight in individuals with AIDS.
Megestrong 160 Tablets can commonly cause weight gain, often stemming from increased appetite and subsequent fat and body cell mass increases. Consult your doctor about significant weight gain. While used to treat malnutrition, appetite loss, and severe weight loss in AIDS patients, it's not for preventing weight loss.
Megestrong 160 Tablet may be taken anytime, but always follow your doctor's instructions. Swallow the tablet whole with water; it can be taken with or without food. For best results, take it at the same time daily. If uncertain, consult your doctor.
Megestrong 160 Tablets don't halt menstruation, but can disrupt your menstrual cycle, potentially causing breakthrough bleeding. This limits its use in HIV-positive women. Consult your doctor if breakthrough bleeding occurs during treatment.
Megestrong 160 Tablet isn't a chemotherapy drug; it's a synthetic progesterone hormone. Used in treating breast and endometrial cancers, it works by altering the hormones that fuel cancer development.
Avoid Megestrong 160 Tablet if pregnant or planning pregnancy. If pregnancy occurs while taking it, contact your doctor immediately, as it may harm the unborn child, potentially causing genital abnormalities in male and female infants if taken during the first trimester. Your doctor may recommend a pregnancy test before starting treatment.
Megestrong 160 Tablets do not prevent pregnancy. While they may alter your menstrual cycle, they offer no contraceptive protection. Therefore, use a reliable birth control method. Consult your doctor if you have questions or concerns.
Megestrol, the active ingredient in Megestrong 160 Tablets, mimics the body's natural progesterone. This medication treats hormone-sensitive breast and endometrial cancers and can also stimulate appetite and weight gain in individuals with AIDS.
Megestrong 160 Tablets do not require refrigeration. Store below 25°C in the original packaging to prevent moisture damage.
Megestrong 160 Tablets are not approved for treating hot flashes. Consult your doctor before using them. Hot flashes are typically treated with estrogen (women) or androgen (men), but these hormones are contraindicated in individuals with breast (women) or prostate (men) cancer.
Megestrong 160 Tablet
726
MRP 840
13% off