Megace Oral Suspension Dosage
Generic name: MEGESTROL ACETATE 40mg in 1mL
Dosage form: oral suspension
Drug classes: Hormones / antineoplastics, Progestins
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 27, 2025.
The recommended adult initial dosage of MEGACE Oral Suspension is 800 mg/day (20 mL/day). Shake container well before using.
In clinical trials evaluating different dose schedules, daily doses of 400 and 800 mg/day were found to be clinically effective.
A plastic dosage cup with 10 mL and 20 mL markings is provided for convenience.
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