Cellcept
Mycophenolate mofetil capsules for preventing organ transplant rejection. It targets lymphocytes specifically, reducing the risk of the body attacking the new organ.
- Category
- Autoimmune Support
- Active ingredient
- Mycophenolate Mofetil
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule; Tablet
- Strengths
- 250mg · 500mg
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Cellcept details
- Condition
- Organ Transplant Rejection
- Alternative names
- mycophenolate mofetil
- Therapeutic class
- Inosine Monophosphate Dehydrogenase Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Immunosuppressant
- Known off-label uses
- lupus nephritis
- Contraindications
- pregnancy; hypersensitivity to mycophenolate mofetil
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; nausea; vomiting
- Moderate side effects
- leukopenia; anaemia; thrombocytopenia
- Dosage forms
- Capsule; Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Roche
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Antacids; Acyclovir; Cholestyramine
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children, adolescents, and adults.
Serious side effects
progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy, requires immediate medical attention; severe systemic infections, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Mycophenolate mofetil capsules for preventing organ transplant rejection. It targets lymphocytes specifically, reducing the risk of the body attacking the new organ.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase, blocking de novo purine synthesis required for lymphocyte division.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: High risk of miscarriage and congenital malformations. Breastfeeding: Contraindicated.
What you will receive
Cellcept is used here as a reference originator brand name to identify the medicine. We are not affiliated with the brand owner, and this listing does not offer the originator product.
- The supplied product is a generic equivalent containing Mycophenolate Mofetil, not the originator brand shown as the reference.
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