Megestol 200 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 500.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Megestrol acetate |
| Company | Ziska pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Palliative treatment of advanced carcinoma of the breast or endometrium
- Treatment of anorexia, cachexia, or unexplained weight loss in patients with AIDS & cancer
Pharmacology
- Synthetic, antineoplastic, progestational drug
- Mechanism of action against endometrial carcinoma
- Antineoplastic action on carcinoma of the breast
- Estrogen secretion inhibition
- Plasma concentration
- Plasma half-life
- Excretion in urine and faeces
Dosage & Administration
- Tablet dosage for breast cancer
- Tablet dosage for endometrial carcinoma
- Recommended period for determining efficacy
- Oral suspension dosage
Interactions
- Interactions with concomitant medications
- Fluid retention with estrogens and progestogens
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Megestrol Acetate or any component
- Known or suspected pregnancy
Side Effects
- Weight gain
- Thromboembolic phenomena
- Glucocorticoid effects
- Nausea
- Dyspnea
- Tumor flare
- Hyperglycemia
- Glucose intolerance
- Alopecia
- Hypertension
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Mood changes
- Hot flashes
- Malaise
- Asthenia
- Lethargy
- Sweating
- Rash
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy category
- Excretion in mother's milk
- Adverse effects on the newborn
- Discontinuation of nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- Close surveillance for patients with recurrent or metastatic cancer
- Caution in patients with a history of thromboembolic disease
- Exacerbation of preexisting diabetes
Use in Special Populations
- Pediatric use
- Geriatric use
Overdose Effects
- No serious unexpected side effects reported
Storage Conditions
- Temperature and humidity conditions
- Protection from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children