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Megvian 160mg Tablet

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Vivichem Pharma

Salt Composition

Megestrol (160mg)

Overview Megvian 160mg Tablet

Medrox 160mg tablets are indicated for the management of hormone-receptor-positive breast and endometrial cancers. This medication can also address anorexia and unintentional weight loss associated with advanced cancer or HIV. Dosage and duration of Medrox 160mg treatment should be determined by your physician. Administration may coincide with or precede meals; however, consistent timing is recommended. Continue treatment as directed. Commonly reported adverse effects include increased appetite and weight, dyspnea, vasomotor flushes (facial and neck warmth), hypertension, and constipation. These side effects are often transient, resolving with treatment continuation. Report any persistent or bothersome effects to your doctor; mitigation strategies may be available. Complete disclosure of all concurrent medications is crucial, as interactions may compromise efficacy or alter the drug's pharmacokinetic profile. This medication is contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation. Regular blood tests to monitor hormone levels and glycemia may be implemented during treatment.

Primary Ingredients of Megvian 160mg Tablet

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Uses of Megvian 160mg Tablet

Cancers of the breast and uterine lining

Major Benefits of Megvian 160mg Tablet:

Administer this medication precisely as your physician directs, adhering to both the prescribed dosage and treatment length. Ingest the 160mg Megvian tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. While consumption with or without food is acceptable, consistent daily timing is recommended.

Common Side effects of Megvian 160mg Tablet:

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

How to use Megvian 160mg Tablet:

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

How Megvian 160mg Tablet works:

Estrogen-modulating Megvian 160mg tablets contain a progestin that counteracts hormonal influences driving breast and endometrial cancer progression. A side effect is increased appetite leading to weight gain.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alcohol consumption alongside Megvian 160mg Tablet may pose unknown risks. Seek medical advice before combining them.

PregnancyPregnancyUNSAFE

The use of Megvian 160mg tablets is strongly contraindicated during pregnancy. Pregnant women should consult their physician, as research in both animals and humans indicates substantial risks to fetal development.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Using Megvian 160mg tablets while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available data from humans indicate potential transfer to breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingSAFE

Driving ability is typically unaffected by Megvian 160mg Tablet.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with severe kidney impairment should exercise caution when using Megvian 160mg tablets. Dosage modification may be necessary. Physician consultation is recommended.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with severe hepatic impairment should use 160mg Megvian tablets cautiously; dosage modification may be necessary. Physician consultation is advised.

What if you forget to take Megvian 160mg Tablet :

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Facts to Know About Megvian 160mg Tablet

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FAQs on Megvian 160mg Tablet

Megvian 160mg tablets contain megestrol, a progesterone-like hormone. This medication treats hormone-sensitive breast and endometrial cancers. It's also used to increase appetite and weight in individuals with AIDS.
Megvian 160mg Tablets can commonly cause weight gain, often resulting from increased appetite and subsequent increases in fat and body mass. While effective in treating malnutrition, appetite loss, and significant weight loss in AIDS patients, it's not for preventing weight loss. Consult your doctor about excessive weight gain.
Take Megvian 160mg Tablet as directed by your doctor. It can be taken anytime, with or without food, but consistency (e.g., at the same time daily) aids in remembering your dose. Swallow the tablet whole with water. If uncertain, consult your physician.
Megvian 160mg Tablets do not halt menstruation, but can disrupt the menstrual cycle, potentially causing breakthrough bleeding. This limits its use in HIV-positive women. Consult your doctor if breakthrough bleeding occurs while taking Megvian 160mg Tablets.
Megvian 160mg tablets are not chemotherapy. They're a synthetic progesterone hormone used to treat breast and endometrial cancers by altering hormones that fuel cancer growth.
Avoid Megvian 160mg 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 sex organ abnormalities in male and female babies if taken during the first trimester. Your doctor may recommend a pregnancy test before starting treatment.
Megvian 160mg tablets do not prevent pregnancy. While they may affect your menstrual cycle, they offer no contraceptive protection. Therefore, use a reliable birth control method. Consult your doctor if you have questions or concerns.
Megvian 160mg tablets contain megestrol acetate, a progesterone-like hormone. This medication treats hormone-sensitive breast and endometrial cancers. It's also used to stimulate appetite and weight gain in individuals with AIDS.
Megvian 160mg Tablets do not require refrigeration. Store below 25°C in the original packaging to protect from moisture.
Megvian 160mg Tablets are not approved for treating hot flashes. Consult your doctor before using them. Estrogen (women) and androgen (men) are typically used to treat hot flashes, but are contraindicated in individuals with breast (women) or prostate (men) cancer.
Megvian 160mg Tablet
100
MRP 116
13% off