Mezoxia (Megestrol Acetate) 160 mg Tablets

This medicine is commonly prescribed for:

• 🔹 Severe Weight Loss & Anorexia: In patients with cancer or HIV/AIDS who need to regain body mass.
• 🔹 Cachexia: A condition of extreme physical wasting and weakness.
• 🔹 Hormone-dependent conditions: Such as breast or endometrial cancer (as palliative treatment).

Packaging: 160 mg tablets.

⚠️ DOSAGE AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS:

• Dosage: Usually ranges from 1 to 5 tablets daily (160 mg to 800 mg). The exact dose depends on your condition and must be determined by a doctor.
• How to take: Swallow the tablet whole with water.
• Food: Can be taken with or without food.
• 🌡️ STORAGE (IMPORTANT): Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C. Keep the container tightly closed, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

• Allergy to Megestrol or any tablet ingredients.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding (strictly contraindicated).
• History of thrombophlebitis or blood clots.
• Severe liver impairment.

While helping with weight gain, some side effects may occur:

• 📈 Weight Gain: Often a desired effect rather than a side effect.
• 💧 Fluid Retention: You might notice some swelling (edema) in your hands or feet.
• 🤢 General Feeling: Mild nausea or shortness of breath may occur rarely.
• ⚠️ Important: If you experience pain in your legs, chest pain, or sudden shortness of breath, seek medical help immediately (risk of blood clots).