Likastrol-80 Tablet 10's

Likastrol-80 Tablet 10's is used to manage severe appetite and weight loss in certain chronic conditions and to treat selected hormone-sensitive cancers. Its main uses include:

• Severe weight loss and appetite loss (Cachexia/Anorexia): Likastrol-80 Tablet 10's helps stimulate the appetite and promotes healthy weight gain in adults experiencing extreme weight loss due to chronic illnesses.
• Advanced breast cancer: It helps manage and slow down the growth of certain hormone-sensitive breast cancers in adults when other primary treatments are no longer working.
• Advanced endometrial cancer: It is used to treat cancer of the lining of the uterus by helping to stop or slow the growth of cancer cells.

Likastrol-80 Tablet 10's helps improve appetite and support weight gain in people experiencing significant weight loss or wasting associated with certain medical conditions.

• Stimulates Appetite: Helps increase the desire to eat, making it easier to consume enough calories and nutrients.
• Supports Weight Gain: May promote weight gain in people with severe, unintended weight loss or reduced appetite.
• Improves Nutritional Intake: Better appetite may help increase daily calorie and nutrient consumption, supporting overall nutritional status.
• Supports Physical Strength: Regaining weight may help improve energy and reduce weakness associated with severe weight loss, although the weight gained may include body fat rather than muscle.
• Supports Daily Functioning: Improved appetite and nutritional intake may help some patients manage daily activities and ongoing medical treatment more comfortably.

• Take Likastrol-80 Tablet 10's with or without food as advised by your doctor.
• Adhere to your doctor’s guidance regarding the dosage and timing of this medication for optimal effectiveness.
• Swallow Likastrol-80 Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew, or break it.

• Eat Small, Frequent Meals: Have 5 to 6 smaller meals throughout the day if large meals feel difficult to manage.
• Choose Nutrient-Dense Foods: Include energy- and protein-rich foods such as nuts, seeds, eggs, avocados, dairy products, pulses, and lean proteins according to your dietary needs.
• Avoid Filling Up on Fluids Before Meals: If early fullness is a problem, limit large amounts of fluid immediately before or during meals while maintaining adequate hydration throughout the day.
• Stay Active as Advised: If approved by your doctor, include gentle physical activity or resistance exercises to help maintain strength and muscle function.

• Do Not Stop Suddenly: Do not stop Likastrol-80 Tablet 10's or reduce the dose on your own, especially after prolonged use. Your doctor may need to reduce the dose gradually because sudden discontinuation can contribute to adrenal gland problems.
• Monitor Blood Sugar: If you have diabetes, check your blood glucose as advised because Likastrol-80 Tablet 10's may raise blood sugar levels and affect diabetes control.
• Watch for Signs of Blood Clots: Contact your doctor urgently if you develop unexplained pain, swelling, redness, or warmth in one leg. Seek immediate medical help for sudden chest pain, coughing up blood, or difficulty breathing.
• Prevent Pregnancy During Treatment: Use effective contraception as advised by your doctor. Discuss suitable contraceptive options rather than assuming a non-hormonal method is required in every case.
• Inform Healthcare Providers: Tell your doctor, dentist, surgeon, or anaesthetist that you are taking Likastrol-80 Tablet 10's before any medical or dental procedure.