Prescription RequiredMegestrol 160 mg is a hormonal medicine used under medical supervision for certain hormone-sensitive cancers and for appetite or weight loss problems in selected patients. It belongs to a group of medicines called progestins and may help improve appetite, support weight gain, and manage symptoms related to specific cancers.
| Generic name | Megestrol |
| Strength | 160 mg |
| Manufacturer | Aureate Healthcare |
| Package size | 10 Tablets |
| Used for | Advanced breast and endometrial cancer |
| Availability | In Stock |
| Shipping to | USA, UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Philippines, Tunisia, France, Italy, South Korea, Albania, Romania, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, UAE, Georgia, Armenia, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, South Africa, and many other countries. |
Megestrol works like a synthetic form of the hormone progesterone. In hormone-sensitive cancers, it may help slow cancer cell growth. For appetite and weight loss, its exact action is not fully known, but it can increase appetite and help some patients gain weight.
Dr. Neeru Mehta holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree and has a professional interest in oncology and cancer care. Her interests include cancer treatments, monitoring treatment progress, managing side effects and supportive care.
