Xymeg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets
Prescription required
Manufacturer
Xymera Bioscience Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Megestrol (160mg)
Xymeg Tablet is used to treat breast cancer and endometrial cancer, and may also be used for treating low appetite and weight loss in patients with advanced cancer or HIV.
Introduction:
Xymeg 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.
Dosage Form:
Tablet
How to 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.Xymeg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time
How it Works:
Xymeg 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:
FAQs:
Introduction:
Xymeg 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.
Dosage Form:
Tablet
How to 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.Xymeg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time
How it Works:
Xymeg 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:
- Xymeg 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 Xymeg 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.
FAQs:
- What is Xymeg Tablet and what is it used for?
Xymeg Tablet contains Megestrol, a hormone similar to progesterone, which is used to treat 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 Xymeg Tablet make you gain weight?
Yes, Xymeg Tablet may cause weight gain as a common side effect, often due to increased appetite. However, it is not intended for preventive use to avoid weight loss. If you experience excessive weight gain, consult your doctor. - When should I take Xymeg Tablet?
Take Xymeg Tablet at any time of the day, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water, with or without food, and preferably at the same time each day to help you remember. - Does Xymeg Tablet stop periods?
No, Xymeg 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 treatment. - Is Xymeg Tablet a chemo medicine?
No, Xymeg Tablet is not a chemotherapy medicine. It is a man-made version of the progesterone hormone, used to treat breast cancer and endometrial cancer. - Is Xymeg Tablet acetate safe to be taken during pregnancy?
No, you should not take Xymeg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. If you become pregnant while taking Xymeg Tablet, contact your doctor immediately, as it may cause harm to your unborn baby. - Does Xymeg Tablet prevent pregnancy?
No, Xymeg Tablet does not prevent pregnancy. It may disrupt your normal menstrual cycle, but does not prevent pregnancy. Use a reliable method of birth control to prevent pregnancy, and consult your doctor if you have any doubts. - What is Xymeg Tablet? What is it used for?
Xymeg Tablet contains Megestrol, a hormone similar to progesterone, used to treat hormone-dependent cancers of the breast and endometrium, and to promote appetite and weight gain in AIDS patients. - Does Xymeg Tablet need to be refrigerated?
No, Xymeg Tablet does not need to be refrigerated. Store it in its original packaging, away from moisture, and at a temperature below 25°C. - Is Xymeg Tablet used for hot flashes?
No, Xymeg Tablet is not approved for the treatment of hot flashes. Always consult your doctor before using Xymeg Tablet, as it may not be suitable for everyone.
Alcohol Warning:
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Xymeg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning:
Xymeg 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.
Breastfeeding Warning:
Xymeg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Xymeg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning:
Xymeg 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.
Breastfeeding Warning:
Xymeg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Xymeg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets
Prescription required
Manufacturer
Xymera Bioscience Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Megestrol (160mg)