Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml

Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml is used as a symptomatic treatment in patients with breast cancer and endometrial cancer. Breast cancer develops in the breast cells and is characterised by a lump in the breast, a change in the shape of the nipple or breast, and bloody discharge from the nipples.

Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml contains ‘Megestrol’, which interferes with the production or action of hormones involved in cancer growth. This effect helps to slow down the progression of cancer and reduce the symptoms associated with cancer.

The common side effects of Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml are an increase in appetite, weight gain, shortness of breath, hot flushes, high blood pressure, increased blood sugar levels, a rounded face, constipation, and swelling of a vein due to a blood clot. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

Do not take Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml if allergic to Megestrol or any contents. Before taking Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml, inform your doctor if you have severe liver problems, a history of thrombophlebitis (blood clots), stroke, adrenal gland disorder, or diabetes. Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml is not recommended for children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers.

Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml is used in the treatment of anorexia (loss of appetite), malnutrition, and severe weight loss in patients who are suffering from cancer or AIDS. The detailed uses of Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml are as follows:

• Appetite stimulation: Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml helps manage weight loss and muscle wasting in patients with AIDS or cancer.
• Hormone therapy: Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml is used in the treatment of breast cancer and endometrial cancer, particularly in advanced cases.
• Palliative care: Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml supports patients experiencing severe weight loss due to chronic illnesses.

• Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml can be taken with or without food.
• Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml is usually taken once a day, or as prescribed by your doctor.
• Measure the prescribed dose using a measuring cup and administer it orally.
• Shake the bottle well before each use. Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly.

• Megtrol-OS 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 Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients of Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml.
• Inform your doctor if you have a medical history of blood clots.
• Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml increases the risk of blood clots; signs of a blood clot include uncoordinated movement, slurred speech, groin pain, pain or numbness in your arm or leg (particularly in the calf), shortness of breath, weakness, headaches, and fainting.
• If you experience any of the following, contact your doctor right away.
• Megtrol-OS 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 Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml is required.
• Megtrol-OS Oral Suspension 120 ml is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy have not been established.