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Megpro 40 Tablet

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Product introduction

Megpro 40 Tablet is used to treat breast cancer and endometrial cancer. It specifically helps treat breast and endometrial cancer that are hormone dependent. It may also be used for treating low appetite and weight loss in patients with advanced cancer or HIV.

It is a progestin.

Uses of Megpro Tablet

Benefits of Megpro Tablet

In Breast cancer

Megpro 40 Tablet relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipples, or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. It works by altering the production of those hormones in the body that are essential for the growth and spread of breast cancer. It may also interact with other hormones or have a direct effect on the cancer to stop its growth.

In Endometrial cancer

Megpro 40 Tablet is a synthetic hormone which replicates the effect of a natural female hormone called progesterone. It relieves the symptoms of endometrial cancer (a type of cancer that develops in the lining of the womb) such as, abnormal vaginal bleeding, lower back pain, pain during sex, etc. It interferes with the production and working of those hormones in the body that are essential for the growth and spread of endometrial cancer. It may also interact with other hormones or have a direct effect on the cancer to stop its growth.

Side effects of Megpro Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Megpro

  • Increased appetite
  • Weight gain
  • Hot flashes
  • High blood pressure
  • Constipation
  • Increased glucose level in blood

How to use Megpro Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Megpro 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Megpro 40 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Megpro 40 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Megpro 40 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Megpro 40 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Megpro 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Megpro 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Megpro 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Megpro 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Megpro 40 Tablet is used to treat women with certain hormone-dependent cancers such as breast cancer and endometrial cancer.
  • It may also be used for treating appetite and weight loss in people with advanced cancer or AIDS.
  • You may have to take it for atleast 2 months before you notice any changes in your appetite.
  • Your doctor might do regular blood tests to check your hormones and blood sugar levels while you are taking this medicine.
  • Do not take Megpro 40 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain, severe headache, or changes in vision. These could be symptoms of a blood clot in a vein.
  • Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor first.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Progesterone Congeners
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Progestins (First generation)

Patient concerns

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FAQs

Q. What is Megpro 40 Tablet and what is it used for?

Megpro 40 Tablet contains a medicine called Megestrol which is similar to the hormone progesterone, that naturally occurs in your body. It is used in hormone-dependent cancers of breast and endometrium (lining of the uterus). It may also be used to promote appetite and weight gain in AIDS patients.

Q. Does Megpro 40 Tablet make you gain weight?

Yes, Megpro 40 Tablet may cause weight gain as a very common side effect. Weight gain could be due to an increase in appetite which leads to an overall increase in fat and body cell mass. Consult your doctor if you experience excessive weight gain. It is commonly used to treat malnutrition, loss of appetite and severe weight loss in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). However, it is not intended for preventive use to avoid weight loss.

Q. When should I take Megpro 40 Tablet?

You can take Megpro 40 Tablet at any time of the day. However, you should take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. It can be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day since this helps you to remember taking it. Check with your doctor if you are not sure.

Q. Does Megpro 40 Tablet stop periods?

No, Megpro 40 Tablet does not stop periods. However, it may interfere with your normal menstrual cycle. It may cause break-through bleeding and therefore has limited use in HIV infected women. Consult your doctor in case you experience breakthrough bleeding during the treatment with Megpro 40 Tablet.

Q. Is Megpro 40 Tablet a chemo medicine?

No, Megpro 40 Tablet is not a chemo medicine. It is a man-made version of the progesterone hormone. It is helpful in the treatment of breast cancer and endometrial cancer (cancer of the uterus). It works by modifying the female hormones involved in cancer growth.

Q. Is Megpro 40 Tablet acetate safe to be taken during pregnancy?

No, you should not take Megpro 40 Tablet if you are pregnant or are planning a pregnancy. However, if you become pregnant while taking Megpro 40 Tablet, immediately contact your doctor as Megpro 40 Tablet may cause harm to your unborn baby. It is important to inform the doctor because it may cause abnormalities of sex organs in male and female babies if it is taken during first 3 months of pregnancy. Usually, the doctor may suggest a pregnancy test before starting your treatment with Megpro 40 Tablet.

Q. Does Megpro 40 Tablet prevent pregnancy?

No, Megpro 40 Tablet does not prevent pregnancy. It may disrupt your normal menstrual cycle but does not prevent pregnancy. Hence, you should use a reliable method of birth control to prevent pregnancy. Check with your doctor in case you are not sure or have any doubts.

Q. What is Megpro 40 Tablet? What is it used for?

Megpro 40 Tablet contains Megestrol, which is similar to the naturally produced hormone progesterone. The medicine is used in treatment hormone-dependent cancers of breast and endometrium (lining of the uterus). It may also be used to promote appetite and weight gain in AIDS patients.

Q. Does Megpro 40 Tablet need to be refrigerated?

No, there is no need to refrigerate Megpro 40 Tablet. However, this medicine should not be stored above 25°C. It should be stored in original packaging to protect from moisture.

Q. Is Megpro 40 Tablet used for hot flashes?

Use of Megpro 40 Tablet in hot flashes is not approved. Always consult your doctor before using Megpro 40 Tablet. Usually, estrogen in women and androgen in men are used for the treatment of hot flashes but these hormones cannot be used in females with breast cancer and males with prostate cancer.

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References

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