Regest 40 Tablet
Manufacturer
Renace Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Megestrol (40mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Regest 40 Tablet is used to treat breast cancer and endometrial cancer, as well as low appetite and weight loss in patients with advanced cancer or HIV.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Regest 40 Tablet is a progestin (female hormone) used to treat breast and endometrial cancer that are hormone-dependent. It may also be used for treating low appetite and weight loss in patients with advanced cancer or HIV. It works by affecting female hormones involved in cancer growth and causes weight gain by increasing appetite.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Regest 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Regest 40 Tablet is a progestin (female hormone) that works in patients with breast cancer and endometrial cancer by affecting female hormones involved in cancer growth. It causes weight gain by increasing appetite.
Quick Tips
Regest 40 Tablet is used to treat women with certain hormone-dependent cancers such as breast cancer and endometrial cancer. It may also be used for treating appetite and weight loss in people with advanced cancer or AIDS. You may have to take it for at least 2 months before you notice any changes in your appetite. Your doctor might do regular blood tests to check your hormones and blood sugar levels while you are taking this medicine. Do not take Regest 40 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Regest 40 Tablet and what is it used for?
Regest 40 Tablet contains a medicine called Megestrol, which is similar to the hormone progesterone naturally occurring in your body. It is used in hormone-dependent cancers of the breast and endometrium (lining of the uterus). It may also be used to promote appetite and weight gain in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
Does Regest 40 Tablet make you gain weight?
Yes, Regest 40 Tablet can cause weight gain as a common side effect. This may be due to an increased appetite which leads to overall increase in fat and body cell mass. Consult your doctor if you experience excessive weight gain. It is commonly used for treating 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.
When should I take Regest 40 Tablet?
You can take Regest 40 Tablet at any time of the day. However, you must 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. Consult your doctor if you have any questions.
Does Regest 40 Tablet stop periods?
No, Regest 40 Tablet does not stop periods. However, it may interfere with your normal menstrual cycle and cause breakthrough bleeding. Consult your doctor if you experience breakthrough bleeding during the treatment with Regest 40 Tablet.
Is Regest 40 Tablet a chemo medicine?
No, Regest 40 Tablet 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.
Is Regest 40 Tablet safe to take during pregnancy?
No, you should not take Regest 40 Tablet if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. However, if you become pregnant while taking Regest 40 Tablet, contact your doctor immediately as this may cause harm to your unborn baby. It is crucial to inform your doctor as it may cause abnormalities of sex organs in male and female babies if it is taken during the first three months of pregnancy. Usually, a pregnancy test should be done before starting your treatment with Regest 40 Tablet.
Does Regest 40 Tablet prevent pregnancy?
No, Regest 40 Tablet does not prevent pregnancy. It may disrupt your normal menstrual cycle but does not prevent pregnancy. Use reliable birth control methods to prevent pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts or questions.
What is Regest 40 Tablet? What is it used for?
Regest 40 Tablet contains Megestrol, which is similar to the naturally produced hormone progesterone. It is used in the treatment of hormone-dependent cancers of the breast and endometrium (lining of the uterus). It may also be used to promote appetite and weight gain in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
Does Regest 40 Tablet need to be refrigerated?
No, there is no need to refrigerate Regest 40 Tablet. It should not be stored above 25°C. It should be kept in the original packaging to protect from moisture.
Is Regest 40 Tablet used for hot flashes?
Use of Regest 40 Tablet in hot flashes is not approved. Always consult your doctor before using Regest 40 Tablet. 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.
