MYCOPHENOLIC ACID

Overview

MYCOPHENOLIC ACID is a Schedule H drug.
This medication is an immunosuppressant agent. Mycophenolic acid weakens your body’s immune system, to help keep it from rejecting a transplanted organ such as a kidney. Organ rejection happens when the immune system treats the new organ as an invader and attacks it.

Usage

MYCOPHENOLIC ACID is generally used to treat: Kidney Failure

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Generally considered as Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

How Do I Take It?

MYCOPHENOLIC ACID is generally taken Before Food.
Route of Administration: Oral,

Precautions

  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of active peptic ulcer, blood disorders, severe kidney impairment, polyomavirus infections, gastrointestinal disorders.
  • Patient may develop with increased risk of certain types of cancer, if it so consult with your doctor immediately.
  • Avoid exposure to sunlight/UV light.
  • Women taking this medication should seek contraceptive counseling.

Common Side-Effects

MYCOPHENOLIC ACID : Black (tar) Colored Stools, Gums Bleeding, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Body Pain, Back Pain, Confusion, Constipation, Convulsions, Cough, Decreased Urination, Depressed Mood, Pain With Urination, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Dry Mouth, Fainting, Fever, Chills, Head Headache, Slurred Speech, Increased Thirst, Loss Of Appetite, Loss Of Voice, Bad Taste In Mouth, Nausea, Vomit, Mouth Soreness, Pale Skin, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Body Excessive Sweating, Eyes Sunken Eyes, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness)

Serious Side-Effects

MYCOPHENOLIC ACID : Abdomen Pain, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Pain, Irregular Heartbeat

Food Interactions

Take mycophenolic acid on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Food may reduce the absorption of mycophenolic acid. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication. Do not crush, chew, or cut the tablets. The tablets have a special coating to protect the stomach from irritation.

Technical Classification

MYCOPHENOLIC ACID is categorized as: SELECTIVE IMMUNOSUPPRESSANTS / IMMUNOSUPPRESSIVE AGENTS / IMMUNOLOGIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with MYCOPHENOLIC ACID as Ingredient

MYFORTIC 360MG TABMYCOPHENOLIC ACID 360 MG
RENFOR TABMYCOPHENOLIC ACID 360 MG