Megarest NV 160 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the class of progestins indicated for the treatment of anorexia (loss of appetite), malnutrition, and severe weight loss in patients suffering from cancer or AIDS. Anorexia, or loss of appetite, is a condition characterized by a decreased interest in or desire for food caused by certain medical conditions. Malnutrition occurs when a person does not get enough of the essential nutrients needed for a healthy body. Significant weight loss can result from several causes, such as eating disorders, illnesses, drugs, psychological issues, and malnutrition.

Megarest NV 160 mg Tablet 10's contains Megestrol, which belongs to the class of Progestogens. Megestrol may work by affecting certain hormones. This may increase appetite to help with weight loss.

Common side-effects of Megarest NV 160 mg Tablet 10's are an increase in appetite, weight gain, shortness of breath, constipation, increased blood sugar levels, feeling sick, being sick, diarrhoea, impotence, rash, flatulence, hypertension, needing to urinate more often, tiredness, hair loss, changes in mood and weakness. Most of these side effects of Megarest NV 160 mg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

Before taking the Megarest NV 160 mg Tablet 10's, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and medications you are using because Megarest NV 160 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and those who are allergic (hypersensitive) to megestrol acetate or any of the other ingredients of Megarest NV 160 mg Tablet 10's. If you are over 65, your doctor may want to monitor your kidney function from time to time, as this can sometimes decrease with age. Megarest NV 160 mg Tablet 10's may raise your blood sugar if you have diabetes. Frequent glucose monitoring is recommended. If your blood sugar is higher than usual, consult your doctor. Alcohol consumption should be avoided while using Megarest NV 160 mg Tablet 10's.

Megarest NV 160 mg Tablet 10's contains Megestrol, a synthetic progestin similar to the natural hormone progesterone. It is used to treat anorexia, malnutrition, and severe weight loss in patients with cancer or AIDS. Megestrol may work by influencing certain hormones, which can increase appetite and aid in weight gain.

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