Megestrol acetate (megestrol acetate) Side Effects, Uses Dosages
Side Effects for Megestrol acetate (megestrol acetate)
No side effects that I am aware of.
I am male and a prostate cancer survivor on hormone treatment. I suffered for years with hot flashes that disturbed my quality of life. I awoke many times a night taking the covers off and on. I can relate to menopause. Since taking megestrol the hot flashes have disappeared.
Joint Pain, NO! Sex drive or Sexual Desire. Very tired all the time. Not sure it this is do to the Megestrol or the Arimidex, which I was told need to be taken together to help with the hot flashes.
How does anyone know if these 2 drugs are really working and if the out-weigh the side effects? I have been taking both Arimidex & Megestrol for 2 1/2 years
MEGESTROL ACETATE (MEGESTROL ACETATE): 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. (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)
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