Megace ES Dosage
Generic name: MEGESTROL ACETATE 125mg in 1mL
Dosage form: oral suspension
Drug classes: Hormones / antineoplastics, Progestins
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 11, 2024.
Testing Prior to Megace ES Administration
- Obtain a negative pregnancy test in females of reproductive potential prior to initiating treatment with Megace ES.
Dosing and Administration
- The recommended adult initial dosage of Megace ES oral suspension is 625 mg/day (5 mL/day or one teaspoon daily).
- Shake the container well before using.
- This strength (125 mg/mL) is not substitutable with other strengths (e.g., 40 mg/mL). Refer to the prescribing information of the 40 mg/mL product for dosage recommendations for the 40 mg/mL strength.
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