Megetrol 160mg Tablets (Megestrol)

Precautions of Megetrol 160mg Tablets (Megestrol)

• Use only under medical supervision.
• Avoid use during pregnancy.
• Use effective contraception during treatment.
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of blood clots.
• Monitor blood sugar levels regularly.
• Use caution in patients with diabetes.
• Inform your doctor about liver problems.
• Avoid long-term use without monitoring.
• Watch for sudden weight gain or swelling.
• Do not stop medication abruptly.

Uses of Megetrol 160mg Tablets (Megestrol)

• Management of Cachexia (severe weight loss)
• Appetite stimulation in chronic illnesses
• Treatment of Breast Cancer
• Treatment of Endometrial Cancer
• Management of unexplained weight loss in HIV/AIDS patients
• Hormonal therapy in certain cancer conditions

Side Effects of Megetrol 160mg Tablets (Megestrol)

Common Side Effects

• Increased appetite
• Weight gain
• Nausea
• Edema (swelling)
• Fatigue

Serious Side Effects

• Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis)
• Shortness of breath
• Severe hormonal imbalance
• High blood sugar
• Adrenal suppression

FAQs of Megetrol 160mg Tablets (Megestrol)

1. What is Megetrol used for?
It is used to stimulate appetite and treat weight loss in chronic illness and certain cancers.

2. How long does it take to work?
Appetite improvement may be seen within a few weeks.

3. Can it cause weight gain?
Yes, weight gain is a common and expected effect.

4. Is it safe for long-term use?
Only under doctor supervision with regular monitoring.

5. Can diabetics use this medicine?
Yes, but with careful blood sugar monitoring.

6. Can I stop taking it suddenly?
No, stopping suddenly may cause hormonal imbalance.

Interactions of Megetrol 160mg Tablets (Megestrol)

• May interact with anticoagulants, increasing bleeding risk.
• Can affect blood sugar control with antidiabetic medications.
• Use caution with corticosteroids (hormonal effects).
• May interact with other hormone therapies.
• Limited interaction with chemotherapy drugs—monitoring required.
• Caution with drugs affecting liver enzymes.
• Alcohol may worsen side effects.
• Inform doctor about all prescription and herbal products.