Megestrol: Side Effects, Uses & Monitoring

Facts extracted from current FDA product labeling for Megestrol. Educational only — not medical advice.

Labeled uses

Megestrol acetate oral suspension, USP is indicated for the treatment of anorexia, cachexia, or an unexplained, significant weight loss in patients with a diagnosis of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Source: FDA labeling via NIH DailyMed (set 01119031…). Not affiliated with FDA or NIH.

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