What are the doses for Megace?
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
The recommended adult initial dosage of Megace® ES oral suspension is 625 mg/day (5 mL/day or one teaspoon daily).
What is Megace 40 mg used for?
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.
How much megestrol should I take?
The recommended adult initial dosage of MEGACE Oral Suspension is 800 mg/day (20 mL/day). Shake container well before using. In clinical trials evaluating different dose schedules, daily doses of 400 and 800 mg/day were found to be clinically effective.
How much is Megace 40 mg?
The cost for Megace oral suspension (40 mg/mL) is around $166 for a supply of 240 milliliters, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans.
How long does it take for Megace to stimulate appetite?
It may take up to 3 weeks to first notice an improved appetite. It may take up to 12 weeks to notice weight gain.
How often is Megace given?
You usually take megestrol acetate once a day, at the same time each day. But sometimes the dose is divided up, so that you take the tablets a couple of times a day. When you start taking it you should take them for at least 2 months.
What are the side effects of megestrol 40 mg?
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- Blurred vision.
- flushed, dry skin.
- fruit-like breath odor.
- increased thirst.
- increased urination.
- slow or fast heartbeat.
- stomach pain.
- unexplained weight loss.
How long does it take Megace to stimulate appetite?
What happens if you take too much megestrol?
Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including: symptoms of a blood clot (such as chest pain, trouble breathing, pain/redness/swelling of arms or legs), confusion, mental/mood changes, weakness/numbness on one side of the body, trouble speaking, vision changes.
How long does it take for Megace to increase appetite?
Patients will typically improve their appetite within the first few weeks after starting the drug. Weight gain, often in the form of fat, may take longer. Resistance exercise traing coupled with the weight gain may lead to improved lean muscle mass. A typical treatment duration may be 12 weeks.
How long can you stay on Megace?
Conclusions: A substantial proportion of patients continue to use megestrol acetate for periods of up to 3 years or longer with continued control of hot flashes. This treatment appears to be relatively well tolerated.
How long should Megace be used?
A typical treatment duration may be 12 weeks. Patients should be monitored for signs and symptoms of adrenal suppression. The newer MA nanocrystal oral suspension (Megace ES) can be given in a smaller volume and depends less on a patient taking it in the fed state to achieve a clinical benefit.
How long does it take for megestrol to start working?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. It may take up to 3 weeks to first notice an improved appetite. It may take up to 12 weeks to notice weight gain.
How long can you be on Megace?
How long does it take to gain weight on Megace?
It may take up to 12 weeks to notice weight gain. This medicine can cause birth defects. Do not get pregnant while taking this drug.
What happens if you take too much Megace?