Generic equivalent of Megestrol Acetate
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Megestrol acetate is the generic equivalent of the brand-name drug Megestrol Acetate. Licensed pharmacies, clinics, doctor's offices, and veterinary practices can source wholesale Megestrol acetate through Premier Pharma with same-day fulfillment on in-stock SKUs.
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Megestrol acetate tablets are indicated for the palliative treatment of advanced carcinoma of the breast or endometrium (ie, recurrent, inoperable, or metastatic disease). It should not be used in lieu of currently accepted procedures such as surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy.
WARNINGS Megestrol acetate may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Fertility and reproduction studies with high doses of megestrol acetate have shown a reversible feminizing effect on some male rat fetuses. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. If this drug is used during pregnancy, or if the patient becomes pregnant while taking (receiving) this drug, the patient should be apprised of the potential hazard to the fetus. Women of childbearing pot…
ADVERSE REACTIONS Weight Gain Weight gain is a frequent side effect of megestrol. This gain has been associated with increased appetite and is not necessarily associated with fluid retention. Thromboembolic Phenomena Thromboembolic phenomena including thrombophlebitis and pulmonary embolism (in some cases fatal) have been reported. Glucocorticoid Effects (See WARNINGS section.) Other Adverse Reactions Heart failure, nausea and vomiting, edema, breakthrough menstrual bleeding, dyspnea, tumor flar…
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Breast cancer : 160 mg/day (40 mg q.i.d.). Endometrial carcinoma: 40 to 320 mg/day in divided doses. At least 2 months of continuous treatment is considered an adequate period for determining the efficacy of megestrol acetate.
Information for Patients Patients using megestrol acetate should receive the following instructions: This medication is to be used as directed by the physician. Report any adverse reaction experiences while taking this medication.
Source: FDA. For professional use only. Not a substitute for prescribing information.
| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| MEGESTROL ACETATE 20MG 100 TABS | 2-Day |
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