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Megest 10 mg Tablet

Manufactured bySanzyme Ltd.
ContainsMedroxyprogesterone
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Megest 10 mg Tablet is a type of female hormone with similar action to the naturally-occurring progesterone (a chemical substance produced by the ovaries in women, which helps regulate the menstrual cycle). It is used for the treatment of menstrual disorders such as heavy, irregular, and prolonged periods. This medicine works by correcting the hormonal imbalance in the body. Megest 10 mg Tablet shows side effects like headache, nausea, stomach pain, vaginal spotting, dizziness, and breast tenderness. Inform your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen. Megest 10 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it as directed by the doctor. Avoid taking more or less than the recommended dose. Megest 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it or have active liver problems, breast cancer, or undiagnosed vaginal bleeding. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you have kidney problems, diabetes (high blood sugar levels), or any other medical conditions. Megest 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Megest 10 mg Tablet

Deviry 10 mg Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Empeea 10 mg Tablet
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Meprate 10 mg Tablet
Serum Institute Of India Ltd.
Modus 10 mg Tablet
Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Provera 10 mg Tablet
Pfizer Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Megest 10 mg Tablet

Weight gain

Depression

Hot flashes

Joint pain

Breast pain and tenderness

White vaginal discharge

Shortness of breath

Itching

Headache

Dizziness

Nausea and Vomiting

Abdominal cramps

Uses of Megest 10 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a condition in which the lining of your uterus (womb) starts to grow abnormally. The symptoms include lower back and pelvic pain, painful periods, excessive bleeding, pain during sexual intercourse, etc. This condition is caused by an imbalance of progesterone hormone (a chemical produced in your body that is responsible for reproduction, menstruation, and pregnancy). Megest 10 mg Tablet is used to treat endometriosis.

Amenorrhoea

Amenorrhoea is the absence of one or more menstrual cycles. It may occur due to various reasons like hormonal imbalance, stress, sudden weight loss, poor diet, chronic illness, etc.Megest 10 mg Tablet helps in maintaining hormone levels in your body thereby regulating your periods.

Menorrhagia

Menorrhagia is abnormally heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding that lasts for more than seven days. Megest 10 mg Tablet helps to treat menorrhagia by maintaining hormonal balance in the body.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The time required for Megest 10 mg Tablet to show its action is clinically unknown.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The time duration for which Megest 10 mg Tablet remains active in your body is clinically unknown.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit forming tendencies were reported for Megest 10 mg Tablet.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Megest 10 mg Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it can cause harm to the developing foetus. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Megest 10 mg Tablet may pass into the breastmilk. Hence consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Megest 10 mg Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Pregnancy

Megest 10 mg Tablet should not be taken if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy as it may increase the risk of serious side effects on the developing foetus.

Breast cancer

Megest 10 mg Tablet is not recommended if you have or have had breast cancer as it may worsen your condition.

Liver Disease

Megest 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you have liver problems due to the increased risk of liver injury.

Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding

Megest 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you have abnormal vaginal bleeding that has not been diagnosed. If you have any menstrual abnormalities, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Heart and blood vessel disorder

Megest 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you have or recently have had a stroke (brain damage due to interrupted blood supply to the brain), heart attack, or blood clot disorder, as it may worsen your condition.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Megest 10 mg Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it can cause harm to the developing foetus. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Megest 10 mg Tablet may pass into the breastmilk. Hence consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

General warnings

Other medicines

Megest 10 mg Tablet may interact with certain medicines and cause undesired effects. Hence, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements and herbs, before starting the treatment with this medicine.

Diabetes

Diabetes is a condition in which there is an increase in blood sugar levels. Megest 10 mg Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause an alteration in blood sugar levels. Check your blood sugar levels regularly while you are taking this medicine.

Hyperlipidaemia

Hyperlipidemia is increased fat levels in your blood. Megest 10 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have hyperlipidaemia, as this medicine may cause an increase in fat levels in the blood.

Weight gain

Megest 10 mg Tablet may lead to weight gain, especially when you take it for a long time.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip the scheduled dose of Megest 10 mg Tablet. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose of Megest 10 mg Tablet. Contact your doctor in case of an overdose of this medicine.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Carbamazepine

Ketoconazole

Insulin

Disease interactions

Depression

Depression is a mood disorder that causes a feeling of sadness, anger, and a loss of interest in all activities. Megest 10 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have depression as this medicine may cause mood swings, suicidal thoughts, and other behavioural changes.

Retinal thrombosis

Retinal thrombosis is an eye condition where there is the formation of blood clots in the veins of the eyes. It is a painless condition that may cause blurring of vision or loss of eyesight. Megest 10 mg Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause retinal thrombosis. This risk is especially high if you have a history of vision problems or have active vision problems.

Fluid Retention and oedema

Megest 10 mg Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause fluid retention and oedema (swelling caused by the build-up of fluid in your body's tissues), especially when used for a long period in high doses.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Blood coagulation test

A blood coagulation test is done to check the function of certain proteins in your blood. These proteins help your blood to clot after injury. Inform your doctor about the use of Megest 10 mg Tablet before undergoing this test as it may interfere with the test results.

Thyroid function tests

Thyroid function tests are blood tests done to measure the functioning of your thyroid gland. Megest 10 mg Tablet is known to give a false-positive result for thyroid function tests. Hence, inform the lab technician or doctor about the use of this medicine before undergoing the test.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Follow all the instructions given by your doctor while taking Megest 10 mg Tablet. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet. Swallow as a whole with water. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller quantities than advised. Take this medicine for the recommended duration for best results. Do not give this medicine to others even if their symptoms appear to be the same as yours.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

Megest 10 mg Tablet has a similar action to the naturally-occurring progesterone (a chemical substance produced by the ovaries in women, which helps regulate the menstrual cycle). It helps in regulating the growth and shedding of the uterine lining (which happens in the normal menstrual cycle), thereby treating irregular periods.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Progestins, Hormones

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682470.html

Medicines.org.uk. 2021. Provera 10 mg Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). [online] Available at: [Accessed 26 March 2021].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/3547/smpc

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https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=2627eb11-06bf-4a45-9172-094468e3ca07

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