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Maker:
Bristol-Myers Squibb
What it does:
Treats severe malnutrition, appetite loss, or significant weight loss
Traditional dosage:
800 mg, once daily
Drug interactions, precautions, & recommendations:
No significant interactions discovered to date. If you have a history of blood clots, check with your doctor before taking.
Side effects:
Most serious: Cushing’s syndrome, diabetes Other: decreased libido, flatulence, high blood pressure, insomnia, upset stomach, increased blood sugar, between-period bleeding
Bristol-Myers Squibb
What it does:
Treats severe malnutrition, appetite loss, or significant weight loss
Traditional dosage:
800 mg, once daily
Drug interactions, precautions, & recommendations:
No significant interactions discovered to date. If you have a history of blood clots, check with your doctor before taking.
Side effects:
Most serious: Cushing’s syndrome, diabetes Other: decreased libido, flatulence, high blood pressure, insomnia, upset stomach, increased blood sugar, between-period bleeding
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