Megace Oral Suspension (Megestrol Acetate)

Adult dose

Take 800 mg (20 mL) of megestrol acetate daily, shaking well before use. Clinical trials demonstrated clinical efficacy with daily doses of 400～800 mg (10∼20 mL) of this medicine.

This drug can cause serious harm to the fetus if used by pregnant women and should never be used during pregnancy. Prolonged use of this drug may lead to diabetes or worsen existing diabetes, and side effects related to adrenal function may occur. If adrenal function impairment occurs, symptoms such as hypotension, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, or weakness may appear, and immediate medical attention should be sought for these symptoms. Patients with a history of allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to this drug should not take it. Patients with a history of thromboembolism or diabetes should exercise special caution when using this drug and must take it carefully according to doctor's instructions. During the use of this drug, various side effects such as diarrhea, rash, abdominal distension, hypertension, weakness, insomnia, nausea, and vomiting may occur; consult your healthcare provider for any abnormal symptoms. This drug is used for the treatment of weight loss, but should only be used after confirming the cause of weight loss, and prolonged use may increase the risk of respiratory infections. Women of childbearing potential should use contraception while taking this drug, and breastfeeding women should discontinue breastfeeding as this drug can transfer to breast milk and cause serious side effects in the baby. Safety and efficacy in children have not been sufficiently established, so it is not recommended for use in pediatric patients. No specific harmful symptoms have been reported in cases of overdose; however, this drug has low solubility and is difficult to remove by dialysis, so caution should be exercised in case of overdose. This drug should be kept out of reach of children, and should not be transferred to other containers, and care should be taken to maintain quality and safety. Animal studies have shown that this drug may impair the reproductive ability of male offspring and cause decreased fetal weight, decreased live births, and feminization of male fetuses, so caution is particularly advised during pregnancy.

Diarrhea

This drug may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. It is best to maintain the storage temperature between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius to ensure the drug's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

This drug is a white to cream-colored milky suspension that easily disperses when shaken. It has a lemon-lime to lemon scent and taste.

Package unit

10mL/pack x7, 10mL/pack x30 20mL/pack x7, 20mL/pack x30, 240mL/bottle