1. Clinical Overview
Megasty 160mg Tablet is used to treat breast cancer and endometrial cancer. It specifically helps treat breast and endometrial cancer that are hormone dependent. It may also be used for treating low appetite and weight loss in patients with advanced cancer or HIV.Megasty 160mg Tablet should be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time each day to ensure consistent levels of medicine in the body. This medicine is not used for pregnant or breastfeeding women. It may cause side effects like high blood pressure and increased blood sugar levels but they are temporary. However, if these persist, consult with the doctor.
| Manufacturer | Form | Pack Size |
|---|---|---|
| Aureate Healthcare Pvt Ltd | allopathy | strip of 10 tablets |
2. Side Effects
Possible side effects associated with Megasty 160mg Tablet:
- Increased appetite
- Weight gain
- Hot flashes
- High blood pressure
- Constipation
- Increased glucose level in blood
3. Drug Interactions
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4. Trusted Substitutes (Same Salt)
Medicines with the same composition (Megestrol (160mg)):
| Brand Name | Manufacturer | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Cravihenz Tablet | Biokindle Lifesciences Pvt Ltd | View Details |
| Cachexiam 160 Tablet | Radiant Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | View Details |
| Celstrol 160 Tablet | Celon Laboratories Ltd | View Details |
| Endace 160 Tablet | Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd | View Details |
| Megesta 160 Tablet | Rencord Life Sciences Pvt Ltd | View Details |
| Megahenz 160mg Tablet | Alniche Life Sciences Pvt Ltd | View Details |