Sargest 160mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Sarcoma Remedies Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Megestrol (160mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Sargest 160mg Tablet is used to treat breast cancer and endometrial cancer, hormone-dependent cancers, and low appetite and weight loss in patients with advanced cancer or HIV.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Sargest 160mg 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. Sargest 160mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Sargest 160mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Sargest 160mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Sargest 160mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
How it works
Sargest 160mg Tablet is a progestin (female hormone). It 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
Sargest 160mg 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 Sargest 160mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain, severe headache, or changes in vision. These could be symptoms of a blood clot in a vein. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sargest 160mg Tablet and what is it used for?
Sargest 160mg Tablet contains Megestrol, a medication similar to the hormone progesterone naturally found in the 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 AIDS.
Does Sargest 160mg Tablet make you gain weight?
Yes, Sargest 160mg Tablet can cause weight gain as a common side effect. Weight gain may occur due to an increase in appetite which leads to overall fat and body cell mass changes. Consult your doctor if you experience excessive weight gain.
When should I take Sargest 160mg Tablet?
You can take Sargest 160mg Tablet at any time of the day, but always 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 for easier dosing.
Does Sargest 160mg Tablet stop periods?
No, Sargest 160mg Tablet does not stop periods. However, it may affect your menstrual cycle and cause breakthrough bleeding. Consult your doctor if you experience this during treatment.
Is Sargest 160mg Tablet a chemo medicine?
No, Sargest 160mg Tablet is not chemotherapy medication. It is a man-made version of the progesterone hormone used to treat breast and endometrial cancers. The medication works by modifying the female hormones involved in cancer growth.
Is Sargest 160mg Tablet acetate safe to be taken during pregnancy?
No, you should not take Sargest 160mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. However, inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking this medication as it may harm the baby.
Does Sargest 160mg Tablet prevent pregnancy?
No, Sargest 160mg Tablet does not prevent pregnancy. It may disrupt your menstrual cycle but does not prevent pregnancy, so use reliable birth control methods for contraception.
What is Sargest 160mg Tablet?
Sargest 160mg Tablet contains Megestrol, which is similar to the naturally produced hormone progesterone. This medication is used in 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 AIDS.
Does Sargest 160mg Tablet need to be refrigerated?
No, Sargest 160mg Tablet does not require refrigeration. However, store it above 25°C (77°F) in its original packaging to protect from moisture.
Is Sargest 160mg Tablet used for hot flashes?
Sargest 160mg Tablet is not approved for the treatment of hot flashes. Always consult your doctor before using this medication and consider whether estrogen therapy or androgen therapy may be more appropriate.
