Megest 2.5 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, Contraceptives are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Megest 2.5 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Megest 2.5 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Megest 2.5 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Megest 2.5 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Megest 2.5 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Megest 2.5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Megest 2.5 Tablet related warnings section.
Megest 2.5 Tablet 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. Other contraindications of Megest 2.5 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Megest 2.5 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Megest 2.5 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Megest 2.5 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult(Female) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Megest 2.5 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Megest 2.5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Megest can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Megest 2.5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Megest may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Megest 2.5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Megest may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Megest 2.5 Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Megest. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Megest 2.5 Tablet on the Heart?
Megest may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Megest 2.5 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 Megest 2.5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Megest 2.5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Megest 2.5 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Megest 2.5 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Megest 2.5 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Megest 2.5 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Megest 2.5 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Megest 2.5 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Megest 2.5 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Megest 2.5 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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.
Yes, Megest contains medroxyprogesterone which is a steroid. It is a synthetic form of the naturally occurring female sex hormone (progesterone). It should not be confused with anabolic-androgenic steroids which some bodybuilders use, without prescription to build muscle mass.
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.
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).
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.
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