Megest: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

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.

Megest Benefits & Uses
Megest Dosage & How to Take
Megest Side Effects
Megest Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Megest with Other Drugs
Megest Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Megest
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

Bone degradation

Moderate

Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Thrombophlebitis
Edema

Mild

Rash

Megest Related Warnings

Is the use of Megest 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.

Severe
Is the use of Megest safe during breastfeeding?

Megest may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Megest on the Kidneys?

Megest may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Megest 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Megest on the Heart?

Megest may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on 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

Carbamazepine

Phenobarbital

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

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, there is no any evidence that Megest is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Megest you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Megest is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Megest for mental disorders.

No

Megest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Megest

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Megest, due to a lack of research on this.

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 over 5 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 about 5 years ago

Is Megest a steroid?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 5 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 about 6 years ago

What is Megest?

Dr. 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 about 6 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.