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Endace 160mg Tablet
Endace 160mg Tablet
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Introduction
Endace 160mg Tablet contains the active substance Megestrol. It belongs to a category of medications called progestogens and is used to treat certain hormone-dependent cancers, namely breast cancer. It is a synthetic form of the naturally occurring progesterone hormone. Endace 160 mg tablet for cancer is prescribed for patients whose disease has progressed with conventional anti-estrogen therapy. Your physician will assess the estrogen status (ER) to ensure that your breast cancer is due to the expression of the estrogen receptor.
Endace 160 mg tablet dosage should be determined by your doctor based on your condition and response to therapy. Besides cancer treatment, Endace 160mg for appetite gain is also used to manage unexplained weight loss, cachexia (weakness), and anorexia (loss of appetite) in patients with weak immune systems and cancer.
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Before starting the medication, it is useful to read Endace 160mg reviews to understand patient experiences. Endace 160mg Megestrol Acetate is the active ingredient responsible for its therapeutic effects, including Endace 160mg for weight loss in HIV patients.
Uses
Endace 160mg uses are
- Treatment of hormone-dependent cancer (endometrial cancer, breast cancer)
- Treatment of anorexia, cachexia or unexplained weight loss
How Endace 160mg Tablet works
Endace 160mg Tablet exhibits anticancer properties by interacting with steroidal receptors. It suppresses steroid production by the adrenal glands and androgen secretion by the ovaries in postmenopausal women. It also prevents the breakdown of cytokines and stimulates appetite in chronic disease-induced anorexia and cachexia.
Interaction of Endace 160mg Tablet with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medicines, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements and herbal products you are taking or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with the efficacy of Endace 160 mg Tablet.
Storage conditions
Store below 25°C, protected from light and moisture.
How to take Endace 160mg Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with water. Your physician will decide the ideal dose for you, depending on your condition.
Safety Advice for Endace 160mg Tablet
Breast Feeding
Consult your physician before taking this tablet if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Endace 160 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
Inform your physician before starting this treatment if you have liver problems. Your physician will monitor your liver functions regularly.
Lungs
Inform your physician if you have any lung diseases before taking Endace 160 mg tablet.
Driving
Avoid driving or using machinery if you experience side effects.
Pregnancy
This medicine is unsafe to consume during pregnancy. Inform your physician before starting this treatment if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Endace 160mg side effects are
Serious:
- Swelling of the face, lips, tongue
- Skin rash
- Breathing difficulty
- Blood clot in the lungs
- Heart problems
Common:
- Weight gain and increased appetite
- Hot flushes
- High BP
- High blood sugar levels
- Rounded face
- Constipation
- Swelling of vein
- Mood changes
- Hair loss
- Diarrhea
- Tiredness and weakness
- Impotence
- Passing wind
- Frequent urination
- Nausea, vomiting
- Fluid accumulation
- Pain
Expert Tips
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Inform the doctor if the patient has a history of:
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Kidney problems
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Liver problems
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Allergic reactions
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Monitor the following while taking this medication:
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Kidney function
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Liver function
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Blood pressure
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Blood glucose levels
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Avoid taking this medication:
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While planning for pregnancy
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During pregnancy, as it may harm the developing baby
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Do not stop this medication without proper medical advice, as it may worsen the condition.
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Inform the doctor immediately if any of the following occur:
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Swelling or pain in the limbs
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Shortness of breath
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Chest pain
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Severe headache
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Changes in vision.
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FAQs about Endace 160mg Tablet
Q1.
Does Endace 160mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, it is a common side effect which is caused due to an increase in appetite. It leads to an increase in fat and body mass. If there is excessive weight gain patients are advised to consult the doctor.
Q2.
Is Endace 160mg Tablet safe to use during pregnancy?
No, it is unsafe to use this medication in pregnancy because it causes harmful effects in the developing baby. Patients are asked to avoid this medication if they are planning for pregnancy or during pregnancy.
Q3.
Does Endace 160mg Tablet stop periods?
No, it doesn't stop periods and it can cause excessive bleeding. consult the doctor if there is any excessive bleeding.
Q4.
What are the side effects of the Endace 160mg Tablet?
The common side effects of Endace 160mg Tablet are weight gain, increase in appetite, high blood pressure, constipation, rounded face, mood changes, hair loss, tiredness and weakness, nausea, vomiting, swelling of the vein.
Q5.
What is the recommended way to take the Endace 160mg Tablet?
Endace 160mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by the doctor and it can be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time daily. It is important to take this medicine even when the patient is feeling well and don't stop this medication without the proper advice of the doctor as it will worsen the condition.
Q6.
Can I drive after taking the Endace 160mg Tablet?
It is unsafe to use this medication while driving as it causes dizziness and patients may lack concentration and alertness.
Fact Box of Endace 160mg Tablet
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Molecule name |
Megestrol |
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Therapeutic class |
Progestins |
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Pharmacological class |
Anti-Neoplastics |
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Indications |
1. Treatment of hormone-dependent cancer (endometrial cancer, breast cancer) 2. Treatment of anorexia, cachexia or unexplained weight loss |
