Mycophenolate Mofetil Benefits & Uses

Mycophenolate Mofetil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Kidney transplant

Mycophenolate Mofetil Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Mycophenolate Mofetil Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mycophenolate Mofetil is used -

Moderate

Increased blood pressure
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Edema
Hypertension
Tachycardia
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Headache
Rash
Cough
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Insomnia
Back Pain
Weakness
Dizziness
Tremor

Mycophenolate Mofetil Related Warnings

Is the use of Mycophenolate Mofetil safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Mycophenolate Mofetil. It is best to stop taking Mycophenolate Mofetil immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Mycophenolate Mofetil safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Mycophenolate Mofetil in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Mycophenolate Mofetil is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Mycophenolate Mofetil on the Kidneys?

Mycophenolate Mofetil can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Mycophenolate Mofetil on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Mycophenolate Mofetil. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Mycophenolate Mofetil on the Heart?

Mycophenolate Mofetil is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Mycophenolate Mofetil with Other Drugs

Mycophenolate Mofetil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Norethindrone

Cholestyramine

Colestipol

Colestipol Tablet

Moderate

Mycophenolate Mofetil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mycophenolate Mofetil unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Peptic Ulcer
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Mycophenolate Mofetil

Is this Mycophenolate Mofetil habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Mycophenolate Mofetil has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Mycophenolate Mofetil will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Mycophenolate Mofetil only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Mycophenolate Mofetil is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Mycophenolate Mofetil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mycophenolate Mofetil

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Mycophenolate Mofetil with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Mycophenolate Mofetil

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Mycophenolate Mofetil with alcohol.

Unknown