megace

Frequently asked questions

What does Megace treat?

Megace (Megestrol Acetate) may be used to treat anorexia, breast neoplasms, cachexia, endometrial neoplasms, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How does Megace work?

Megace is a progestin. Progestins are lab-made versions of the hormone progesterone. Acting through progesterone receptors, they quiet the brain signals that trigger ovulation, thicken cervical mucus so sperm cannot pass, and thin the uterine lining, which together help prevent pregnancy and regulate periods.

How is Megace rated?

pharmaranks gives Megace a composite score of 3.6 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

How much does Megace cost?

Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $7.14 for 30, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins.

Is there a coupon or discount for Megace?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Megace. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Megace?

Megace is marketed by Bristol Myers Squibb. You can see Bristol Myers Squibb's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Megace a brand-name or generic drug?

Megace is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Megestrol Acetate. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Megestrol Acetate are available — ask your pharmacist.

Is Megace available over the counter?

No. Megace is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Megace come in?

Megace is currently marketed as tablet and suspension, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Megace?

Megace is classified as progestin, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Megace FDA-registered?

Megace is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA020264. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Megace been recalled by the FDA?

Megace has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Megace safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Megace a recall-safety score of 72/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.