Benzace contains Megestrol acetate, a synthetic progestational agent primarily used in the treatment of certain cancers and as an appetite stimulant. It plays a significant role in managing weight loss and cachexia in patients with AIDS or cancer.
Treatment of advanced breast cancer
Treatment of advanced endometrial cancer
Management of anorexia, cachexia, or significant weight loss in patients with AIDS or cancer
Megestrol acetate works by inhibiting the release of gonadotropins from the pituitary gland, resulting in decreased estrogen production, which is beneficial in hormone-sensitive cancers. Additionally, it has appetite-stimulating properties.
Recommended dose: 40 to 320 mg/day orally, divided into several doses.
Recommended dose: 400 to 800 mg/day orally.
Administration: Take Benzace with or without food as directed by a healthcare provider.
Missed Dose: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember unless it is close to the next scheduled dose.
Overdose: In case of overdose, seek immediate medical attention.
Common side effects:
Weight gain
Increased appetite
Nausea
Weakness
Hypertension
Mood changes
Serious side effects:
Thrombophlebitis
Pulmonary embolism
Adrenal insufficiency
Monitor for signs of thromboembolic disorders.
Regularly check blood sugar levels in diabetic patients.
Use cautiously in patients with a history of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism.
Pregnancy: Benzace is contraindicated in pregnancy due to potential harm to the fetus.
Known hypersensitivity to megestrol acetate or any of its components.
Rifampin and other enzyme inducers may reduce the effectiveness of Benzace.
Insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents may require dosage adjustments.
Store at room temperature between 15°C to 30°C.
Keep out of reach of children.
Benzace 40mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Benzace 40mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Benzace 40mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Benzace has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Benzace without medical advice.
Is the use of Benzace 40mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Benzace. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Benzace 40mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Benzace has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Benzace 40mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Benzace rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Benzace 40mg Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Benzace on the heart have been reported.
Benzace 40mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Benzace 40mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Benzace 40mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Benzace 40mg Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Benzace 40mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Benzace 40mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Benzace 40mg Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Benzace 40mg Tablet
Taking Benzace 40mg Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Benzace 40mg Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Benzace 40mg Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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