Megestrol is usually well tolerated and serious side effects are rare.

• Weight gain, due to increased appetite
• Nausea may occur inititally
  If this happens, take your tablets after food.

Inform your doctor if any of the following occurs:

• Signs of a blood clot e.g. warmth, pain, redness and discoloration on arm or leg
• Swelling of hands, feet or lower legs which causes discomfort
• Sudden onset of cough, chest pain or shortness of breath
• For women: Unexpected bleeding or discharge from the vagina

• Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have any other medical conditions e.g. history of blood clots, diabetes.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding: Megestrol should not be taken at the same time.