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Megestrol Acetate

Megestrol Acetate

What is Megestrol Acetate used for?

Megestrol is used to treat loss of appetite and weight loss in people with AIDS. Improving your appetite and gaining weight may help you feel better and be more active. Megestrol is similar to a natural substance made by the body called progesterone.

CHEMICAL NAME

Megestrol Acetate (me-JES-trol)

DRUG TYPE

Cancer

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Megestrol Acetate Frequently Asked Questions

This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.

This drug may also be used to counter unhealthy weight loss in people with certain cancers by improving their appetite. It may also be used for cancer of the breast, uterus, ovaries, or prostate.

Megestrol Acetate Dosage and Form Information

Tablet

Suspension Oral