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Item No.
51410-2
Megestrol Acetate Tablet Rx
By Par Pharmaceutical Companies
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Strength:
40 mg
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Product Description
Megestrol Acetate is a prescription synthetic chemical similar to the female hormone progesterone used in female dogs to help alleviate false pregnancies and help regulate female heat cycles.
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What is Megestrol Acetate Tablet?
Megestrol Acetate is used in female dogs for the alleviation of false pregnancy and for the postponement of estrus.
Who is Megestrol Acetate Tablet for?
Female Dogs
Why use Megestrol Acetate Tablet?
Helps alleviate false pregnancies and help regulate female heat cycles.
How does Megestrol Acetate Tablet work?
Megestrol is a female hormone that through its actions regulates the female heat cycle.
Manufacturer:
Par Pharmaceuticals
Active Ingredients(s):
Megestrol Acetate
How is Megestrol Acetate Tablet sold?
Sold per Tablet in strengths of 20 mg or 40 mg
What are the side effects of Megestrol Acetate Tablet?
If any of the following serious side effects occur, stop giving megestrol and seek emergency veterinary medical attention; an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, swelling of the lips, tongue, face, or hives), sudden severe headache; changes in vision; swelling in a leg. Other less serious side effects may also occur. Talk to your veterinarian if your pet experiences nausea or vomiting, dizziness, mild shortness of breath, weakness, headache, vaginal bleeding, sweating, or insomnia. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or especially bothersome.
What special precautions are there?
Keep away from children and animals. Do NOT give to cats. Megestrol should not be given to dogs prior to or during their first estrus cycle, or to pregnant dogs. Megestrol is for use in female dogs only. Allow pet to drink plenty of water while taking Magestrol. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is being given insulin. Megestrol may decrease the effect of insulin and your pet's blood sugar may increase.
What to do if overdose?
Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital
How can I store Megestrol Acetate Tablet?
Store at or below 77°F
Overview
Use as directed by your Veterinarian
Main Ingredients
Megestrol Acetate