Question: My doctor put me on megestrol after having radiation treatment two years ago for prostate cancer. I have put on 30 pounds since using this drug. Can I discontinue it? My PSA is low.
Dr. Hibberd’s answer:
This medication can cause weight gain with changes in appetite. Your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
Usually PSA levels are high with megestrol therapy. It is usually given to men receiving treatment for prostate cancer to control hot flashes. You should talk to your doctor about the possibility of stopping the medication, depending upon the status of the prostate cancer.
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