Cellcept
EQUIVALENT US BRAND NAME: Cellcept
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We will deliver the Indian brand medicine based on availability.
Product Introduction: Mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) is a medication primarily used to prevent organ rejection in people who have received a kidney, heart, or liver transplant. It is sold under the brand name CellCept among others. Mycophenolate mofetil is a prodrug of mycophenolic acid (MPA), which acts as an immunosuppressant by inhibiting the proliferation of T and B lymphocytes, key cells involved in the immune response.
Uses: Mycophenolate mofetil is mainly prescribed to prevent rejection of transplanted organs. It is often used in combination with other immunosuppressive medications to achieve better outcomes post-transplantation.
Benefits: The primary benefit of mycophenolate mofetil is its ability to suppress the immune system’s response, thereby reducing the risk of rejection of transplanted organs. By inhibiting the proliferation of certain immune cells, it helps prevent the body from attacking the new organ.
Side Effects: Common side effects of mycophenolate mofetil may include gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. It can also lead to an increased susceptibility to infections due to its immunosuppressive effects. Other potential side effects include headaches, dizziness, insomnia, and skin rash. In some cases, mycophenolate mofetil can cause bone marrow suppression, which may manifest as anemia, leukopenia, or thrombocytopenia.
Safety Advice: Patients taking mycophenolate mofetil should be closely monitored by their healthcare providers for signs of infection, as well as for any adverse effects on blood cell counts. It is important for patients to take the medication exactly as prescribed and to follow any dietary or lifestyle recommendations provided by their healthcare team. Patients should also avoid exposure to sunlight and UV radiation, as mycophenolate mofetil may increase the risk of skin cancer. Additionally, women of childbearing age should use effective contraception while taking mycophenolate mofetil, as it can cause birth defects if taken during pregnancy.
Interaction with Drugs: Mycophenolate mofetil may interact with certain medications, including antacids containing magnesium or aluminum hydroxide, cholestyramine, sevelamer, and other drugs that may interfere with its absorption. It may also interact with other immunosuppressive medications, such as cyclosporine and tacrolimus, potentially increasing the risk of side effects or toxicity. Patients should inform their healthcare providers about all medications, supplements, and herbal products they are taking before starting treatment with mycophenolate mofetil.
More Information: For more detailed information on mycophenolate mofetil, including potential side effects, precautions, and interactions, you can visit the Mycophenolate mofetil page on MedlinePlus: Mycophenolate Mofetil – MedlinePlus
Note :
- Do not put the quantity above 30 days. (eg. if prescription is 2 pills per day then you can purchase one month of supply of 60 pills)
- We will deliver medicine of Indian brand within 30 days of supply.
- Prescription and ID are required to purchase each Month of supply.
- If a doctor writes 30 days of medicines with 3 times refills then you can use the same prescription for 3 consecutive months for purchasing medicine using reorder option and uploading the same prescription and your ID 3 times.