Emcept Information

Emcept, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Kidney transplant.

The right dosage of Emcept depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Emcept can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Emcept normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Emcept's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Emcept related warnings talks about Emcept's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Emcept are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Emcept have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Emcept is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Emcept Benefits & Uses
Emcept Dosage & How to Take
Emcept Side Effects
Emcept Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Emcept with Other Drugs
Emcept Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Emcept
Emcept Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Emcept Benefits & Uses

Emcept is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Kidney transplant

Emcept 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

Emcept Related Warnings

Is the use of Emcept safe for pregnant women?

Emcept can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Emcept, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Emcept safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Emcept on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Emcept will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Emcept on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Emcept. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Emcept on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Emcept. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Emcept on the Heart?

Emcept is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Emcept with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Norethindrone

Cholestyramine

Colestipol

Colestipol Tablet

Moderate

Emcept Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Emcept

Is this Emcept habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Emcept is addictive.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Emcept since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Emcept should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Emcept is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Emcept Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Emcept

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Emcept and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Emcept

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

Unknown