Neostrol 40mg Tablet

Introduction to Neostrol 40mg Tablet

Neostrol 40mg Tablet contains the active substance Megestrol. It belongs to a category of medications called progestogens and is used to treat certain hormone-dependent cancers, namely breast cancer. It is a synthetic form of the naturally occurring progesterone hormone. It is also indicated to treat unexplained weight loss, cachexia (weakness) and anorexia (loss of appetite) in patients with weak immune systems and cancer.
Progestogens are used in patients whose disease has progressed with conventional anti-estrogen therapy. Your physician will assess the estrogen status (ER) to ensure that your breast cancer is due to the expression of the estrogen receptor.

Therapeutic Effects of Neostrol 40mg Tablet

Neostrol 40mg Tablet exhibits anticancer properties by interacting with steroidal receptors. It suppresses steroid production by the adrenal glands and androgen secretion by the ovaries in postmenopausal women. It also prevents the breakdown of cytokines and stimulates appetite in chronic disease-induced anorexia and cachexia.

Interaction of Neostrol 40mg Tablet with other drugs

Inform your doctor about any prescribed medicines, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements and herbal products you are taking or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with the efficacy of Neostrol 40 mg tablet.

More Information about Neostrol 40mg Tablet

Store below 25°C, protected from light and moisture.

How to consume Neostrol 40mg Tablet

Swallow the tablet whole with water. Your physician will decide the ideal dose for you, depending on your condition.

Safety Advices for Neostrol 40mg Tablet

Pregnancy

This medicine is unsafe to consume during pregnancy. Inform your physician before starting this treatment if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Consult your physician before taking this tablet if you are a breastfeeding mother.

Lungs

Inform your physician if you have any lung diseases before taking Neostrol 40 mg tablet.

Liver

Inform your physician before starting this treatment if you have liver problems. Your physician will monitor your liver functions regularly.

Alcohol

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Neostrol 160 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

Avoid driving or using machinery if you experience side effects.

Side Effects of Neostrol 40mg Tablet

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious:

Swelling of the face, lips, tongue
Skin rash
Breathing difficulty
Blood clot in the lungs
Heart problems

Common:

Weight gain and increased appetite
Hot flushes
High BP
High blood sugar levels
Rounded face
Constipation
Swelling of vein
Mood changes
Hair loss
Diarrhea
Tiredness and weakness
Impotence
Passing wind
Frequent urination
Nausea, vomiting
Fluid accumulation
Pain

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