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Megestrol - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions
INN: MEGESTROL ACETATE
Data updated: 2026-04-25
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APOTEX INC
ATC Code
L02AB01
Source
DPD · 02185415
This medication is a progesterone derivative, prescribed for breast cancer, uterine cancer, loss of appetite, physical wasting, or unexplained significant weight loss in patients with diagnosis of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
⚠️ Warnings
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of blood clot events, stroke, diabetes, kidney, liver disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• It is not intended for use in the prevention of weight loss.
• It should not be used in children.
