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Megest

  • Manufactured by: Sanzyme Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Medroxyprogesterone (10 mg)

Megest

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  • Manufactured by: Sanzyme Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Medroxyprogesterone (10 mg)
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Megest Information

Megest is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, Contraceptives. Secondary and off-label uses of Megest have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Megest is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Megest as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Megest normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Megest's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Megest has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Megest related warnings section.

Megest is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Breast Cancer are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Megest are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Megest with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Megest is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

  1. Megest Benefits & Uses
  2. Megest Dosage & How to Take
  3. Megest Side Effects
  4. Megest Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Megest with Other Drugs
  6. Megest Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Megest
  8. Megest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Megest Benefits & Uses

Megest is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Megest Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: Start on the 16th or 21st day of the menstrual cycle
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: Start on the 16th or 21st day of the menstrual cycle

Megest Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Megest is used -

Severe

  • हड्डी का पतन

Moderate

Mild

  • लाल चकत्ते

Megest Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Megest safe for pregnant women?


    Megest shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe

  • Is the use of Megest safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Megest. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe

  • What is the effect of Megest on the Kidneys?


    Megest has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild

  • What is the effect of Megest on the Liver?


    Megest may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate

  • What is the effect of Megest on the Heart?


    Megest is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Megest with Other Drugs

Megest should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

CarbamazepinePhenobarbital

Moderate

PhenytoinRifampicin

Megest Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Megest unless your doctor advises you to do so -

  • Liver Disease
  • Breast Cancer
  • Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
  • Depression
  • Edema
  • Porphyria

Frequently asked Questions about Megest

  • Is this Megest habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Megest.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Megest, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Megest can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous

  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Megest only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Megest in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Megest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Megest


    There is no information on the effects of taking Megest with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Megest


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Megest and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Megest

Question about 3 years ago

Can Megest cause tiredness?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Megest causes tiredness but this occurs only in a few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 3 years ago

How to take Megest?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Take Megest as advised by your doctor. Oral tablet of Megest can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not majorly affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and improper kidney function while taking Megest.

Question over 2 years ago

Can I take Megest with diclofenac?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Megest can be taken with diclofenac. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Megest along with diclofenac if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 3 years ago

What is Megest?

ram saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Megest is a brand name of medroxyprogesterone and it comes in the form of tablet and injection. It belongs to the class of drug known as progestins. It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of menorrhagia (abnormally heavy bleeding), secondary amenorrhoea (absence of periods over the duration of three months or more), and endometrial hyperplasia (overgrown lining of the uterus). It is also used for contraception (a method of birth control) and off-label for the treatment of paraphilia (abnormal sexual behavior).

Question almost 3 years ago

Does Megest treat endometriosis?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Megest is used in the treatment of endometriosis which is a disorder in which tissues that form the lining of the womb grows outside the womb that causes pain and irregular periods. Megest works in endometriosis by thinning out the tissues which are responsible for causing this disorder.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user;Provera® (medroxyprogesterone acetate)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 351

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 316, 318, 319, 323

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