Megestroldosage

Obtain a negative pregnancy test in females of reproductive potential prior to initiating treatment The recommended adult initial dosage of megestrol acetate oral suspension is 625 mg/day (5 mL/day or one teaspoon daily). Shake container well before using.

2.1 Testing

Prior to Megestrol Acetate Oral Suspension Administration Obtain a negative pregnancy test in females of reproductive potential prior to initiating treatment with megestrol acetate oral suspension.

2.2 Dosing and

Administration The recommended adult initial dosage of megestrol acetate 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.