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Megesterol

Description:

Megesterol is a synthetic hormone medication that belongs to the class of drugs known as progestins. It is primarily used in the treatment of various medical conditions, including hormone-sensitive cancers like breast cancer, endometrial cancer, and renal cell cancer. Additionally, it is prescribed to manage certain hormonal imbalances and symptoms associated with certain diseases such as anorexia, cachexia, and AIDS-related wasting syndrome.

Sample Sentences:

1. The doctor recommended megesterol to alleviate the symptoms of her hormonal imbalance.

2. Megesterol has shown promising results in slowing down the progression of hormone-sensitive cancers.

3. Patients with AIDS-related wasting syndrome often benefit from megesterol in terms of increased appetite and weight gain.

4. It is important to follow the prescribed dosage and administration guidelines when taking megesterol.

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