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Mild side effects of megestrol acetate oral suspension may include indigestion, gas, headache, and difficulty sleeping. More serious side effects of this medication may include: depression and unusual thoughts; coughing up blood; decreased sexual ability or desire; leg pain, calf pain or tenderness; menstrual changes; nausea; chest pain; swelling of fingers or ankles; unexplained vaginal bleeding; vomiting; shortness of breath; seizures; signs of an infection; muscle weakness; increased appetite, thirst, or urination; irregular heartbeat; unusual weight gain in the face; and dizziness. If you experience any of these serious side effects, seek emergency medical attention.
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