Megest 10mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Megest 10mg Tablet

Medroxyprogesterone acetate(10mg)

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Megest 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Megest 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Megest 10mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
UNSAFE
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Megest 10mg Tablet

Medroxyprogesterone acetate(10mg)

Megest tablet uses

How megest tablet works

Megest 10mg Tablet is a progestin (female hormone). It works by replacing the natural progesterone hormone that the body is unable to make. This treats painful, irregular, or absent menstrual periods. It also prevents an overgrowth of the lining of the uterus in menopausal women taking estrogen (another female hormone).

Common side effects of megest tablet

Headache, Abdominal pain, Breast pain, Irregular vaginal bleeding, Nausea, Vomiting, Hair loss, Edema (swelling), Vaginal yeast infection

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Expert advice FOR Megest Tablet

  • Medroxyprogesterone acetate may cause bleeding or spotting in between menstrual periods. Let your doctor know if this occurs frequently.
  • Stop taking Medroxyprogesterone acetate and inform your doctor immediately if you get severe headaches, stabbing pains, or swelling in one leg; pain in breathing; sudden changes in your vision or hearing; or yellowing of your skin or whites of your eyes.
  • Use a non-hormonal method of contraception, such as condoms, to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medication.
  • Do not take Medroxyprogesterone acetate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have unusual vaginal bleeding, or have a history of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, liver problems, or bleeding problems.

Frequently asked questions FOR Megest 10mg Tablet

Medroxyprogesterone acetate

Q. How does Megest 10mg Tablet work? What is it used for?
Megest 10mg Tablet works similarly to the progesterone hormone naturally produced by the body. It helps in regulating the periods, stopping irregular bleeding, and controlling the withdrawal bleeding in case of amenorrhea (unusual stopping of menstrual periods). It is also used to prevent endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the lining of the uterus).
Q. When and how to take Megest 10mg Tablet?
Take it strictly as advised by your doctor. The number of doses and the duration will depend on the medical problem you are being treated for. You can take it with or without food, preferably at the same time each day to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.<br>
Q. What are the common side effects which I can experience while taking Megest 10mg Tablet?
The common side effects of Megest 10mg Tablet include headache, nausea (feeling sick), weight gain, breast pain, and unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting. Do not worry, most of these symptoms are temporary. However, if they persist, check with your doctor as soon as possible.
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Q. Is Megest 10mg Tablet a contraceptive?
No, Megest 10mg Tablet is not a contraceptive. You should use an effective form of birth control to prevent pregnancy. If you think you have become pregnant while using the medicine, tell your doctor right away to avoid any harm to the baby.

Content on this page was last updated on 14 April, 2026, by Dr. Mekhala Chandra (MD, MBBS)