Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension

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Composition FOR Caxfila 40mg/ml Oral Suspension

Megestrol(40mg/ml)

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Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension. Please consult your doctor.

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Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

UNSAFE

Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

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SALT INFORMATION FOR Caxfila 40mg/ml Oral Suspension

Megestrol(40mg/ml)

Caxfila oral suspension uses

{med_name} is used in breast cancer and endometrial cancer. It specifically helps treat breast and endometrial cancer that are hormone dependent. It may also be used for treating appetite and weight loss in patients with advanced cancer or HIV.

How caxfila oral suspension works

Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension is a progestin (female hormone). It works in patients with breast cancer and endometrial cancer by affecting female hormones involved in cancer growth. It causes weight gain by increasing appetite.

Common side effects of caxfila oral suspension

Increased appetite, Weight gain, Hot flashes, High blood pressure, Constipation

SUBSTITUTES FOR Caxfila Oral Suspension

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Expert advice FOR Caxfila Oral Suspension

Megestrol is used to treat women with certain hormone-dependent cancers such as breast cancer and endometrial cancer.
It may also be used for treating appetite and weight loss in people with advanced cancer or AIDS.
You may have to take it for atleast 2 months before you notice any changes in your appetite.
Your doctor might do regular blood tests to check your hormones and blood sugar levels while you are taking this medicine.
Do not take Megestrol if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain, severe headache, or changes in vision. These could be symptoms of a blood clot in a vein.
Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor first.

Frequently asked questions FOR Caxfila 40mg/ml Oral Suspension

Megestrol

Q. What is Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension and what is it used for?

Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension contains a medicine called Megestrol which is similar to the hormone progesterone, that naturally occurs in your body. It is used in hormone-dependent cancers of breast and endometrium (lining of the uterus). It may also be used to promote appetite and weight gain in AIDS patients.

Q. Does Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension make you gain weight?

Yes, Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension may cause weight gain as a very common side effect. Weight gain could be due to an increase in appetite which leads to an overall increase in fat and body cell mass. Consult your doctor if you experience excessive weight gain. It is commonly used to treat malnutrition, loss of appetite and severe weight loss in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). However, it is not intended for preventive use to avoid weight loss.

Q. When should I take Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension?

You can take Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension at any time of the day. However, you should take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. It can be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day since this helps you to remember taking it. Check with your doctor if you are not sure.

Q. Does Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension stop periods?

No, Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension does not stop periods. However, it may interfere with your normal menstrual cycle. It may cause break-through bleeding and therefore has limited use in HIV infected women. Consult your doctor in case you experience breakthrough bleeding during the treatment with Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension.

Q. Is Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension a chemo medicine?

No, Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension is not a chemo medicine. It is a man-made version of the progesterone hormone. It is helpful in the treatment of breast cancer and endometrial cancer (cancer of the uterus). It works by modifying the female hormones involved in cancer growth.

Q. Is Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension acetate safe to be taken during pregnancy?

No, you should not take Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension if you are pregnant or are planning a pregnancy. However, if you become pregnant while taking Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension, immediately contact your doctor as Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension may cause harm to your unborn baby. It is important to inform the doctor because it may cause abnormalities of sex organs in male and female babies if it is taken during first 3 months of pregnancy. Usually, the doctor may suggest a pregnancy test before starting your treatment with Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension.

Q. Does Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension prevent pregnancy?

No, Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension does not prevent pregnancy. It may disrupt your normal menstrual cycle but does not prevent pregnancy. Hence, you should use a reliable method of birth control to prevent pregnancy. Check with your doctor in case you are not sure or have any doubts.

Q. What is Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension? What is it used for?

Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension contains Megestrol, which is similar to the naturally produced hormone progesterone. The medicine is used in treatment hormone-dependent cancers of breast and endometrium (lining of the uterus). It may also be used to promote appetite and weight gain in AIDS patients.

Q. Does Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension need to be refrigerated?

No, there is no need to refrigerate Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension. However, this medicine should not be stored above 25°C. It should be stored in original packaging to protect from moisture.

Q. Is Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension used for hot flashes?

Use of Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension in hot flashes is not approved. Always consult your doctor before using Caxfila OS 40mg Oral Suspension. Usually, estrogen in women and androgen in men are used for the treatment of hot flashes but these hormones cannot be used in females with breast cancer and males with prostate cancer.