MEGACE ES vs MEGESTROL ACETATE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	MEGACE ES	MEGESTROL ACETATE
Rating	New	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$7.14 /30	~$7.14 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	MEGESTROL ACETATE	MEGESTROL ACETATE
Manufacturer	Endo Operations	Novitium Pharma
Dosage forms	Suspension	Tablet, Suspension
Drug class	Progestin	Progestin
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Anorexia, Breast Neoplasms, Cachexia	Anorexia, Breast Neoplasms, Cachexia

megace es megestrol acetate

Rating

New

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$7.14 /30

Type

Active ingredient

MEGESTROL ACETATE

Manufacturer

Endo Operations

Novitium Pharma

Dosage forms

Suspension

Tablet, Suspension

Drug class

Progestin

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Anorexia, Breast Neoplasms, Cachexia

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Megace Es or Megestrol Acetate?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $7.14 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Megace Es and Megestrol Acetate?

Both Megace Es and Megestrol Acetate share the active ingredient Megestrol Acetate.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.