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Appitral 160 Tablet 10's Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

MEGESTROL-160MG

Uses:

Breast cancer, Endometrial cancer

Medicinal Benefits:

Appitral 160 Tablet 10's contains ‘Megestrol’, which is used in the treatment of breast cancer and endometrial cancer. It acts by interfering with the production of hormones that cause the development of cancer. It helps to reduce the symptoms of cancer effectively. It can also be used to treat loss of appetite in patients with HIV/AIDS.

FAQs

Appitral 160 Tablet 10's contains ‘Megestrol’, which works similarly to the female hormone ‘progesterone’. It interferes with the production or action of hormones involved in cancer growth. This effect helps to slow down the progression of cancer and reduce the symptoms associated with cancer.

Appitral 160 Tablet 10's may increase appetite and cause weight gain. You may gain weight, especially in the waist and the upper back. This effect usually decreases after discontinuing the treatment. However, opt for a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and maintain a normal weight while using this medicine.

Appitral 160 Tablet 10's may not affect fertility but may disrupt the menstrual cycle (periods). Though this medicine affects periods, you should take reliable contraceptive measures while using Appitral 160 Tablet 10's to prevent pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects to the unborn baby.

Appitral 160 Tablet 10's may increase blood glucose levels, so inform your doctor that you have diabetes before taking this medicine. If prescribed, you should monitor blood glucose levels regularly during the treatment.

Appitral 160 Tablet 10's is not a contraceptive and doesn't help to prevent pregnancy. It would be best to discuss the possible benefits and risks associated with this medicine with your doctor before using it.