Megesta 160 Tablet
Megestrol (160mg)
by Rencord Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
strip of 10 tablets
About this medicine
Megesta 160 Tablet is used to treat breast cancer and endometrial cancer. It specifically helps treat breast and endometrial cancer that are hormone dependent. It may also be used for treating low appetite and weight loss in patients with advanced cancer or HIV.Megesta 160 Tablet should be taken as your doctor advice. Your doctor will decide how much you need to take and for how much time. You may take it with or without food but better to take it at a fixed time. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. The most common side effects of this medicine include weight gain, increase in appetite, shortness of breath, hot flushes (warm face and neck), high blood pressure, and constipation. Most of these are temporary, and go away as soon as the body adjusts to the treatment. If any of these bothers you, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take this medicine. Your doctor might do regular blood tests to check your hormones and blood sugar levels while you are taking this medicine.
Uses
- Breast cancer
- Endometrial cancer
Benefits
In breast cancer
Megesta 160 Tablet relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipples, or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. It works by altering the production of those hormones in the body that are essential for the growth and spread of breast cancer. It may also interact with other hormones or have a direct effect on the cancer to stop its growth.
How it works
Megesta 160 Tablet is a progestin (female hormone). It works in patients with breast cancer and endometrial cancer by affecting female hormones involved in cancer growth. It causes weight gain by increasing appetite.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Megesta 160 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Common side effects
- Increased appetite
- Weight gain
- Hot flashes
- High blood pressure
- Constipation
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Megesta 160 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyUNSAFE
- Megesta 160 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Megesta 160 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
- DrivingSAFE
- Megesta 160 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Megesta 160 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Megesta 160 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCAUTION
- Megesta 160 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Megesta 160 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Progesterone Congeners
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Anti neoplastics
Frequently asked questions
What is Megesta 160 Tablet and what is it used for?
Megesta 160 Tablet contains a medicine called Megestrol which is similar to the hormone progesterone, that naturally occurs in your body. It is used in hormone-dependent cancers of breast and endometrium (lining of the uterus). It may also be used to promote appetite and weight gain in AIDS patients.
Does Megesta 160 Tablet make you gain weight?
Yes, Megesta 160 Tablet may cause weight gain as a very common side effect. Weight gain could be due to an increase in appetite which leads to an overall increase in fat and body cell mass. Consult your doctor if you experience excessive weight gain. It is commonly used to treat malnutrition, loss of appetite and severe weight loss in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). However, it is not intended for preventive use to avoid weight loss.
When should I take Megesta 160 Tablet?
You can take Megesta 160 Tablet at any time of the day. However, you should take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. It can be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day since this helps you to remember taking it. Check with your doctor if you are not sure.
Does Megesta 160 Tablet stop periods?
No, Megesta 160 Tablet does not stop periods. However, it may interfere with your normal menstrual cycle. It may cause break-through bleeding and therefore has limited use in HIV infected women. Consult your doctor in case you experience breakthrough bleeding during the treatment with Megesta 160 Tablet.
Is Megesta 160 Tablet a chemo medicine?
No, Megesta 160 Tablet is not a chemo medicine. It is a man-made version of the progesterone hormone. It is helpful in the treatment of breast cancer and endometrial cancer (cancer of the uterus). It works by modifying the female hormones involved in cancer growth.
Is Megesta 160 Tablet acetate safe to be taken during pregnancy?
No, you should not take Megesta 160 Tablet if you are pregnant or are planning a pregnancy. However, if you become pregnant while taking Megesta 160 Tablet, immediately contact your doctor as Megesta 160 Tablet may cause harm to your unborn baby. It is important to inform the doctor because it may cause abnormalities of sex organs in male and female babies if it is taken during first 3 months of pregnancy. Usually, the doctor may suggest a pregnancy test before starting your treatment with Megesta 160 Tablet.
Does Megesta 160 Tablet prevent pregnancy?
No, Megesta 160 Tablet does not prevent pregnancy. It may disrupt your normal menstrual cycle but does not prevent pregnancy. Hence, you should use a reliable method of birth control to prevent pregnancy. Check with your doctor in case you are not sure or have any doubts.
What is Megesta 160 Tablet? What is it used for?
Megesta 160 Tablet contains Megestrol, which is similar to the naturally produced hormone progesterone. The medicine is used in treatment hormone-dependent cancers of breast and endometrium (lining of the uterus). It may also be used to promote appetite and weight gain in AIDS patients.
Does Megesta 160 Tablet need to be refrigerated?
No, there is no need to refrigerate Megesta 160 Tablet. However, this medicine should not be stored above 25°C. It should be stored in original packaging to protect from moisture.
Is Megesta 160 Tablet used for hot flashes?
Use of Megesta 160 Tablet in hot flashes is not approved. Always consult your doctor before using Megesta 160 Tablet. Usually, estrogen in women and androgen in men are used for the treatment of hot flashes but these hormones cannot be used in females with breast cancer and males with prostate cancer.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Rencord Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
- Salt composition
- Megestrol (160mg)
- Pack
- strip of 10 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.