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What are the side effects of megestrol?

What are the side effects of megestrol?

Megestrol may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

  • impotence.
  • decreased sexual desire.
  • unexpected vaginal bleeding.
  • difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
  • gas.
  • rash.

    What is megestrol acetate Susp 40 mg/mL used for?

    Uses. Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS. Improving your appetite and gaining weight may help you feel better and be more active. Megestrol is similar to a natural substance made by the body called progesterone.

    Who should not take megestrol?

    Before taking this medicine You should not use megestrol if you are allergic to it, or if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: diabetes; an adrenal gland disorder; or.

    What happens when you stop taking Megace?

    When you stop using megestrol after long-term use, you may have withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, or weakness.

    Is megestrol a chemo drug?

    Megestrol (Megace®) is a hormonal therapy drug used to treat breast and womb cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. This is called secondary cancer. It may also be used to treat breast and womb cancer that has come back after treatment (recurrent).

    Is it safe to give megestrol acetate to cats?

    A few reports have linked megestrol acetate treatment to liver disease in cats. Because of these adverse effects, extra-label use of megestrol in cats has decreased in recent years. Megestrol acetate is available as 5 mg, 20 mg and 40 mg tablets. Medication should never be administered without first consulting your veterinarian.

    How is megestrol acetate used in humans and animals?

    Megestrol acetate is used in humans patients as a palliative treatment for some breast and uterine cancers. In animals, it is used to treat dogs with certain reproductive problems. An extra-label use is treatment of behavioral/skin problems in cats.

    How many mg of megestrol acetate should I take?

    Megestrol acetate is available as 5 mg, 20 mg and 40 mg tablets. Medication should never be administered without first consulting your veterinarian. The dose of megestrol depends on the purpose for its use.

    How often should I give my Dog megestrol?

    The dose of megestrol depends on the purpose for its use. In dogs to control heat cycles (estrus) or to treat false pregnancy, Megestrol is dosed at 0.25 mg per pound (0.5 mg/kg) once daily for eight days is recommended. In cats to suppress heat cycles (estrus),…

    How is megestrol acetate used in dogs and cats?

    Megestrol Acetate, also known as Ovaban® and Megace®, is used in dogs and in cats to control heat cycles. Megestrol has also been used to treat behavior and skin conditions in cats. Megestrol acetate is similar to the naturally occurring hormone progesterone.

    How often should I give my Cat megestrol?

    In cats to suppress heat cycles (estrus), Megestrol is dosed at 5 mg per cat per day is recommended. In cats for various skin and behavioral concerns, a dose range of between 2.5 and 5 mg per cat per day is recommended.

    How is megestrol acetate used in cancer treatment?

    Megestrol acetate demonstrates anti-estrogen properties and has some steroidal effects. Megestrol acetate affects the function of the adrenal glands through its steroid effects. Megestrol acetate is used in humans patients as a palliative treatment for some breast and uterine cancers.

    Is it safe to give megestrol acetate to pregnant women?

    Megestrol acetate should not be used in animals with known hypersensitivity or allergy to the drug. Megestrol acetate should be avoided in pregnant animals. Megestrol acetate should also be avoided in animals with uterine disease, diabetes or breast cancer.