MEGACE vs MEGACE ES

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 17, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	MEGACE	MEGACE ES
Rating	72/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$7.14 /30	~$7.14 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	MEGESTROL ACETATE	MEGESTROL ACETATE
Manufacturer	Bristol Myers Squibb	Endo Operations
Dosage forms	Tablet, Suspension	Suspension
Drug class	Progestin	Progestin
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Anorexia, Breast Neoplasms, Cachexia	Anorexia, Breast Neoplasms, Cachexia

megace megace es

Rating

72/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$7.14 /30

Type

Active ingredient

MEGESTROL ACETATE

Manufacturer

Bristol Myers Squibb

Endo Operations

Dosage forms

Tablet, Suspension

Suspension

Drug class

Progestin

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Anorexia, Breast Neoplasms, Cachexia

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Megace or Megace Es?

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 and Megace Es?

Both Megace and Megace Es 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.