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  • Megestrol oral tablet
    Megestrol oral suspension
  • Megestrol oral tablet
    Megestrol oral suspension

  • Summary of Megace vs. Megace ES

    Summary for Progestin
    Prescription only

    Megestrol oral tablet is a progestin medication used to help relieve symptoms in people with advanced breast or endometrial (uterine) cancer that can’t be removed or has spread to other parts of the body. It’s a type of palliative treatment, which focuses on improving quality of life rather than curing the cancer. The dose is usually taken by mouth two to four times a day. Side effects include weight gain, increased appetite, and vaginal bleeding.

    Summary for Progestin
    Prescription only

    Megestrol oral suspension is an appetite enhancer used to treat low appetite, cachexia (wasting), or unexplained significant weight loss in adults with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). It works by boosting your appetite and helping with weight gain. The usual dose is 625 mg to 800 mg taken by mouth every day. Common side effects include diarrhea, erectile dysfunction, and rash. The brand name Megace ES has been discontinued, but the generic version is still available.

  • Indications of Megace vs. Megace ES

    Indications for
    •Palliative treatment for advanced breast or endometrial (uterine) cancers when other treatments aren’t working, surgery isn’t possible, or the cancer has spread
    Indications for
    •Low appetite, cachexia (wasting), or unexplained significant weight loss in adults with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)

  • Pros and Cons of Megace vs. Megace ES

    Pros and Const for Progestin
    Pros
    •Tablet taken by mouth
    •Can boost appetite and support weight gain
    •Helps manage symptoms in advanced breast or endometrial (uterine) cancer
    Cons
    •Not a cure
    •Raises the risk for blood clots
    •Must take a dose multiple times a day
    Pros and Const for Progestin
    Pros
    •Comes in lemon-lime flavor
    •Available as two different strengths
    •Easier to swallow than tablets or capsules
    Cons
    •Raises the risk for blood clots
    •Common side effects include diarrhea, rash, and erectile dysfunction
    •Not safe during pregnancy

  • Common Side Effects of Megace vs. Megace ES

    Common Side Effects for
    •Weight gain
    •Increased appetite
    •High blood sugar
    Common Side Effects for
    •Diarrhea (6-15%)
    •Erectile dysfunction (4-14%)
    •Rash (2-12%)
    •Passing gas (up to 10%)
    •Headache (up to 10%)
    •High blood pressure (up to 8%)
    •Weakness (2-6%)
    •Fever (1-6%)
    •Trouble sleeping (up to 6%)
    •High blood sugar (up to 6%)
    •Pain (up to 6%)
    •Vomiting (up to 6%)

  • Warnings of Megace vs. Megace ES

    Common Side Effects for
    •Blood clots
    •Harm to unborn baby
    •Lower adrenal gland function
    •Diabetes
    Common Side Effects for
    •Blood clots
    •Harm to unborn baby
    •Lower adrenal gland function
    •Diabetes

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