megestrol acetate
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megestrol acetate
A synthetic progestogen used to treat cancer of the endometrium (lining of the womb) and (more rarely) breast cancer and a type of kidney cancer. It is available as tablets on prescription only.
Side effects and precautions:
see medroxyprogesterone.
Interactions with other drugs:
see progestogens.
Proprietary preparation:
Megace.
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