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Neostrol 160mg Tablet

by Neon Laboratories Ltd
Megestrol (160mg)

₹801₹801

0% off
Neostrol 160mg Tablet

Introduction to Neostrol 160mg Tablet

Megestrol is a synthetic progestin present in this formula to treat appetite loss. It also treats severe weight loss in cancer patients. It also manages breast cancer and endometrial lining.

Safety Advice for Neostrol 160mg Tablet

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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If you have liver problems, use this medication with caution and speak with your doctor.

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Avoid consuming too much alcohol.

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Can be harmful to the fetus; not advised.

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Usually safe. No known impacts on one's capacity to drive.

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If you have Kidney illness, use this medication carefully and speak with your doctor.

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No current information available right now.

How Neostrol 160mg Tablet works

Megestrol reduces appetite by affecting hormone balance and helps in weight gain. It exhibits anti-tumor effects in hormone-sensitive cancer patients.

How To Use Neostrol 160mg Tablet

  • Do not chew or break before.
  • Take proper dose as per doctor’s recommendations.
  • Finish the full course for proper effect.

Special Precautions About Neostrol 160mg Tablet

  • Take advice from your doctor if you are allergic.
  • Do not take stress because it can cause more pain.

Benefits Of Neostrol 160mg Tablet

  • This medicine helps to treat breast cancer.
  • It also treats weight loss in patients and treats low appetite

Side Effects Of Neostrol 160mg Tablet

  • weight gain
  • Breathing shortness
  • High blood pressure
  • Constipation

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Neostrol 160mg Tablet

  • If you miss your dose then take the dose immediately. 
  • If you are too late to take the dose and next dose timing is near, then follow the next dose. 
  • You should avoid double the dose to avoid overdose. 

Health And Lifestyle

Consume a diet rich in nutrients and calories that is well-balanced. Regularly take in mild exercise as tolerated. Refrain from drinking too much alcohol and smoking.

Drug Interaction

  • Alphaglucosidase (Acarbose)

Drug Food Interaction

Disease Explanation

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Breast cancer is a type of malignant tumor that starts in the breast cells and causes symptoms like breast lumps, breast form alterations, and nipple discharge.

FAQ's on Neostrol 160mg Tablet

When should I take Neostrol?

You can take Neostrol 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.

Does Neostrol stop periods?

No, Neostrol 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 Neostrol.

Does Neostrol prevent pregnancy?

No, Neostrol 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.

Is Neostrol used for hot flashes?

Use of Neostrol in hot flashes is not approved. Always consult your doctor before using Neostrol. 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.

Is Neostrol acetate safe to be taken during pregnancy?

No, you should not take Neostrol if you are pregnant or are planning a pregnancy. However, if you become pregnant while taking Neostrol, immediately contact your doctor as Neostrol 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 Neostrol.

Does Neostrol need to be refrigerated?

No, there is no need to refrigerate Neostrol. However, this medicine should not be stored above 25°C. It should be stored in original packaging to protect from moisture.

What is Neostrol? What is it used for?

Neostrol 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.

Does Neostrol make you gain weight?

Yes, Neostrol 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.

Is Neostrol a chemo medicine?

No, Neostrol 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.

What is Neostrol and what is it used for?

Neostrol 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.

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Nish Kumar

B.Pharma + MBA

Content Updated on

Wednesday, 7 August, 2024

Prescription Required

Neostrol 160mg Tablet

by Neon Laboratories Ltd
Megestrol (160mg)

₹801₹801

0% off
Neostrol 160mg Tablet

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