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Megahenz 40 Tablet
Megestrol
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Megahenz 40 Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of hormonal disorders, fertility treatment, hormone replacement and contraception.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated October 2026
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Key details
Salt: Megestrol
Available variants: tablet 10`S
Best price: ₹322 (₹32.21 per tablet)
MRP: ₹339
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ALNICHE LIFE SCIENCES
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Megahenz 40 Tablet
Megahenz 40 Tablet contains Megestrol. It belongs to the Hormone preparation class of medicines.
Uses of Megahenz 40 Tablet
- Hormonal disorders
- Fertility treatment
- Hormone replacement
- Contraception
Benefits of Megahenz 40 Tablet
- In Hormonal disorders
- Megahenz replaces, blocks or balances a hormone the body is making too little or too much of, correcting the symptoms that imbalance causes.
- In Fertility treatment
- Megahenz supports ovulation or prepares the body for pregnancy, as one step in the treatment plan your fertility specialist has made.
- In Hormone replacement
- Megahenz replaces hormones the body no longer produces, relieving symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats and dryness after the menopause.
- In Contraception
- Megahenz prevents pregnancy reliably when taken as directed, and often makes periods lighter, more regular and less painful.
How Megahenz 40 Tablet works
Megestrol supplies or adjusts a hormone so that the body's own balance is restored.
How to take Megahenz 40 Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it at the same time each day. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine may cause nausea, vomiting and withdrawal bleeding. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Megahenz 40 Tablet
Most side effects of Megahenz are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Nausea
- Headache
- Breast tenderness
- Mood change
- Irregular bleeding
- Weight change
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Megahenz 40 Tablet
- AlcoholCAUTION
- Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
- PregnancyUNSAFE
- Not recommended in pregnancy. It may harm the developing baby, so tell your doctor at once if you are or might be pregnant.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingSAFE
- Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
Take a hormonal medicine at the same time every day; the effect depends on a steady level. Seek urgent care for sudden chest pain, breathlessness, severe headache, weakness on one side, or pain and swelling in a calf — hormone preparations can raise the risk of clots. Tell your doctor if you smoke, have migraine with aura, high blood pressure, or a family history of clots or breast cancer, before starting. Report any unusual or heavy vaginal bleeding to your doctor.
Do not take Megahenz if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with a history of blood clots, certain hormone-sensitive cancers, or active liver disease. Several are contraindicated in pregnancy.
Interactions with other medicines
Rifampicin, several anti-epileptics and St John's wort make hormonal contraception unreliable. Tell your doctor about every medicine, supplement and herbal product you take.
How to store Megahenz 40 Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Megahenz 40 Tablet
- Set a daily alarm if you take it for contraception.
- Keep your review appointments.
- Blood pressure and other checks matter on long-term hormones.
Related lab tests
People taking Megahenz are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ALNICHE LIFE SCIENCES
- Therapeutic class:
- Hormonal agent
- Drug class:
- Hormone preparation
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Megahenz 40 Tablet FAQs
What is Megahenz 40 Tablet used for?
Megahenz 40 Tablet is commonly used for hormonal disorders, fertility treatment, hormone replacement and contraception. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Megahenz 40 Tablet?
Hormonal disorders: Megahenz replaces, blocks or balances a hormone the body is making too little or too much of, correcting the symptoms that imbalance causes. It is also used for fertility treatment, hormone replacement, contraception.
What is the salt in Megahenz 40 Tablet?
Megahenz 40 Tablet contains Megestrol. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Megahenz 40 Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Megahenz 40 Tablet work?
Megestrol supplies or adjusts a hormone so that the body's own balance is restored.
Is Megahenz 40 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Megahenz 40 Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Megahenz 40 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Megahenz are Nausea, Headache, Breast tenderness, Mood change, Irregular bleeding. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Megahenz 40 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Megahenz 40 Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Megahenz.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Megahenz 40 Tablet?
Limit alcohol while taking Megahenz 40 Tablet; it can worsen the side effects.
What if I miss a dose of Megahenz 40 Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Megahenz 40 Tablet habit forming?
No. Megahenz 40 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Megahenz 40 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Megahenz 40 Tablet starts at ₹322 (MRP ₹339) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Megahenz 40 Tablet?
Megahenz 40 Tablet is manufactured by ALNICHE LIFE SCIENCES. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Megahenz 40 Tablet delivered?
Megahenz 40 Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Megahenz 40 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Megestrol
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹322 (₹32.21 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹339
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- ALNICHE LIFE SCIENCES
- Manufacturer
- ALNICHE LIFE SCIENCES
- Therapeutic class
- Hormonal agent
- Drug class
- Hormone preparation
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Megahenz 40 Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.