Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml belongs to the class of progestins indicated for the treatment of anorexia (loss of appetite), malnutrition, and severe weight loss in patients suffering from cancer or AIDS. Anorexia, or loss of appetite, is a condition characterized by a decreased interest in or desire for food caused by certain medical conditions. Malnutrition occurs when a person does not get enough of the essential nutrients needed for a healthy body. Significant weight loss can result from several causes, such as eating disorders, illnesses, drugs, psychological issues, and malnutrition.

Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml contains Megestrol, which belongs to the class of Progestogens. Megestrol may work by affecting certain hormones. This may increase appetite to help with weight loss.

Common side-effects of Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml are an increase in appetite, weight gain, shortness of breath, constipation, increased blood sugar levels, feeling sick, being sick, diarrhoea, impotence, rash, flatulence, hypertension, needing to urinate more often, tiredness, hair loss, changes in mood and weakness. Most of these side effects of Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

Before taking the Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and medications you are using because Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml is not recommended for children, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and those who are allergic (hypersensitive) to megestrol acetate or any of the other ingredients of Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml. If you are over 65, your doctor may want to monitor your kidney function from time to time, as this can sometimes decrease with age. Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml may raise your blood sugar if you have diabetes. Frequent glucose monitoring is recommended. If your blood sugar is higher than usual, consult your doctor. Alcohol consumption should be avoided while using Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml.

Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml contains Megestrol, a synthetic progestin similar to the natural hormone progesterone. It is used to treat anorexia, malnutrition, and severe weight loss in patients with cancer or AIDS. Megestrol may work by influencing certain hormones, which can increase appetite and aid in weight gain.

Do not take Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients of Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml. Inform your doctor if you have a medical history of blood clots. Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml raises the risk of blood clots; indications of a blood clot include lack of coordination, slurred speech, groin pains, pains or numbness in your arm or leg (particularly in the calf of the leg), shortness of breath, weakness, headaches, and fainting. If you experience any of the following, contact your doctor right away. Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml is not recommended for use in pregnancy. Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while using this medicine. You may also need to take a pregnancy test before using this medicine. Nursing should be discontinued because of the potential for adverse effects on the newborn if Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml is required. Anoterm OS 40 mg Oral Suspension 120 ml is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy were not established.