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Brand Names:
Megace ES
What is Megestrol?
Megestrol is a man-made version of the human hormone progesterone. Megestrol suspension is used to treat loss of appetite, malnutrition, and severe weight loss in patients with AIDS. Megestrol tablets are used to relieve symptoms of advanced breast cancer and advanced endometrial cancer.
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Reasons Taken
3 patients in the community are taking or have taken Megestrol.
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Decreased appetite | 2 | 66% |
| appetite | 1 | 33% |
Dosages
Based on the patients currently taking Megestrol.
Duration
How long current patients have been taking Megestrol or how long patients were taking Megestrol before stopping.